Burns After Applying Glycolic Acid Peel 70%?

Since scars take 1-2 weeks to form, the red changes seen immediately after a peel are not necessarily scars. To reduce chances of scarring, good skin care is most important. You should wear sunblock daily (>SPF 30). Wash your skin with a gentle soap-less cleanser, and avoid scrubbing and washcloths. Most importantly, do not pick the scale.This causes trauma to the new healing skin and increases the chances of scarring. You can apply vaseline to the crusted areas to speed healing. Avoid... more

Shal, don't do any more home chemical peels of any kind. Jumping from a 35% peel to a 70% peel is an extreme jump and it seems you have suffered some damage from this treatment. I recommend immediately seeing a board-certified dermatologist for guidance on how to manage the post-peel red marks, to make sure they will fade as much as possible. In the future, even though strong peels are available on the internet, this does not mean they have been approved for home use by reliable safety... more

While a glycolic 70% peel isn't the strongest, it is still strong enough that it should be done in a doctor's office under the supervision of a dermatologist or experienced board-certified physician. That being said, the redness you are describing is likely temporary discoloration from the peel, which is often expected and does not necessarily lead to scarring. To ensure proper healing, make sure to stick to the following for the first 1-2 weeks: 1. Stay out of the sun. 2. Gentle... more