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How Soon After a TCA Peel Can I Use Retin-A?
asked 2 years ago by peaceandlove in florida
Latest answer by Khaled El-Hoshy, MD
Question viewed 1,271 times
Tags: combination, recommendation, timing
I did a chemical peel, and now healed and peel and skin is done peeling from the process. How soon can i start using my retin-a micro, and i would like to start using the obagi nu derm system, but do not want to start using any chemicals on my face, unless its okay.
3 answers to How Soon After a TCA Peel Can I Use Retin-A?
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Peeling and Retin-A
Once the peeling is done, you can start the retin-A. Best to start for a couple of hours & wash off every other night & increase gradually the duration. Sun screen use daily is a must to avoid pigmentation problems.
Khaled El-Hoshy, MD
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
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Peels
It depend on the depth of the peel you had. Always ask your own surgewon who did the peel for their advise. They know the depth of the peel and when it is safe to start retin A
Samir Shureih, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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First, ask the treating dermatologist
I can only tell you what I do in general, and always defer to the experience and treatment recommendations of the dermatologist who sees you regularly and knows your skin. In most patients, I restart Retin A after 7-14 days, depending on the skin type and the peel method used. And as always, sun protection is CRUCIAL.
