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Is It Safe to Alternate Photofacial Treatments and Chemical Peels?
asked 2 years ago by CTru26 in San Jose, CA
Latest answer by Ritu Saini, MD
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I am considering a photofacial and my doctor wants to alternate photofacial treatments and chemical peels every two weeks. Is this safe?
4 answers to Is It Safe to Alternate Photofacial Treatments and Chemical Peels?
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Alternating photofacials and chemical peels works
The combination of photofacials and chemical peels are great and can even be done on the same day. Usually a series of 5 light peels with the photofacials are necessary to make a significant difference.
Sincerely,
David Hansen, MD
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Alternating chemical peels and photofacials can be effective
Alternating chemical peels and photofacials can actually be quite effective. It is important, however, that the peels are not too deep since the skin may be too sensitive to undergo a photofacial just two weeks later. This is an especially important point in darker skin types that are more at risk for irritation and thus subsequent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and possible scarring. Remember to use gentle skin care and good sun avoidance/protection following these treatments....
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Ritu Saini, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Alternating IPL and chemical peels can be a very effective regimen
The combination IPL treatments and chemical peels can act synergistically to give better results than either one alone. They can speed up the process of resolving pigmentation issues. The combination allows you to work on both texture and tone issues at the same time.
Good luck!
Steven E. Rasmussen, MD
Austin Dermatologist
Austin Dermatologist
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Alternating photofacial and chemical peels is possible but you need to be careful
Yes, you can do this but you need to be careful and not be too aggressive. Chemical peels that are combined with photofacials need to be light and superficial. It all depends on what condition you are trying to treat. If it is melasma, being to aggressive can sometimes aggravate the condition. This same principle also applies to hyperpigmentation. It also depends on your skin type too. If you have darker skin, being more cautious is important. chemical peels that are done every month...
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