I had a lactic acid peel 40% done today in skin clinic, skin is raw in this spot near my cheek! How do I treat it? (Photo)

May 9, 2014
Asked By:icetigera in New Zealand, NZ

Some fluid was also leaking out of it but has stopped now. It feels like a really bad graze. What is it and how do i treat it? The therapist said she had never seen this reaction before. I was getting glycolic before with no issues. She told me not to use ice :s why not?

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Answer: Lactic acid peels need to be neutralised, wound care needed.

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Answer: Lactic acid peels need to be neutralised, wound care needed.

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