I had glycolic peel yesterday and since then the areas of my skin on my forehead and both side cheeks have burning sensation and look like they have been burned.I also have eczema on the forehead and side cheeks and was told that it was ok to do the peel there. There is oozing on the skin and discoloration is like my skin has been peeled off and burned. The beautician said that it was ok. At this point I'm really concerned. What should I do and what creams can I apply to ease the discomfort?
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I'm sorry you had this experience, but a 70% glycolic is way too strong for your skin, no matter how long you leave it on. To treat the burn and avoid any permanent problems:
1. Wash gently with your hands (do not exfoliate, scrub, use a sponge or loofah, etc.) with a mild soap like Dove...
I recommend you see a board certified dermatologist for a good skin evaluation and proper treatment of your acne before the scarring worsens. Prescription strength tretinoin cream would be much more effective for both your acne and pore size than Retinol, especially the SkinCeuticals brand.
A glycolic acid 70% peel, which is an in-office chemical peel, can cause crusting, peeling, flaking and redness of the skin in the post-peel period. Often it may only be seen in areas which are a bit more sensitive such as the upper lip, nose corners, mouth corners and lower eyelids. It is...