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How To Treat Burning from Face Peeling?

asked 6 months ago by freisa19 in Tampa, FL
Latest answer by Victoria W. Serralta, MD
Question viewed 254 times
Tags: 6 weeks post-op, burning, options

A couple of weeks ago my mom went to get a face peeling. she says that went they apply the chemicals she had a big burning sensation, but she didnt complaint that much because she figure it was normal. its been 6 weeks so far and her face its still really really red and kinda burn. what can she do about it?

4 answers to How To Treat Burning from Face Peeling?

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Healing process

The healing process for peels is different for each type of peel. It does seem that after two weeks, almost any type of peel should be healing and feeling better. The most important thing to do is to call the office where it was done and for her to be seen to be sure she hasn't had a complication (like an infection). They may recommend some over the counter hydrocortisone on a daily basis just to calm down the inflammation, but there is no substitute for having a... more
Victoria W. Serralta, MD

Arlington Dermatologic Surgeon
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Many variables

I don't know what they used, and I don't know what your mom's face was like before the peel - I bet she had some rosacea and probably wasn't the best candidate for a peel. Also, don't know if she was fully sun protected for weeks before the peel. One OTC product she can try to reduce the burning is RAPIPROFEN - available on the internet. it's successfully been used for shingles, superficial burns, even tendonitis and broken toes! It can be... more
Laura Skellchock, MD

Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon
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Burning from Chemical Peel

There are seemingly endless amounts of chemical peels on the market, and unfortunately, many should be regulated more than they are. With just your question and no photos or anything, it's hard to say but she might have a chemical burn, or the peel was too deep, or she just had a bad reaction. If it's been 6 weeks and she is still red, I would suggest you contact the office that did the treatment and get in there for an evaluation. Your mom may need some kind of prescription -... more
F. Victor Rueckl, MD

Las Vegas Dermatologist
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Face burning after Chemical Peels

Chemical peels come in different strengths and the depth of "peeling" can vary widely based on which chemical is used. Most medical spas and aestheticians use the "naturally occuring" alpha hydroxy acids like Lactic, Acetic, Salicylic, and Glycolic acids. These are safer to use by aestheticians and non-certified physicians because they only deliver a superficial peel of the epidermis (first layer of the skin) and are usually well tolerated. Deeper peels,... more
Erez Sternberg, MD

Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

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