I have melasma and am allergic to hydroquinone. I have tried many hydroquione free topical treatments for my conditon, but they aren't effective. I would like to get TCA peels. How often can I get them done? I want to lighten the melasma, but I want to do so safely. The last thing I want is for my skin to worsen.
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Our office specializes in chemical peels. Leg discoloration can be improved with a combination of at home Melapads, Melarase creams, and monthly chemical peels. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Hi renee730. TCA peels do come in a variety of strengths depending upon why they are being used and where they are being applied. A 40% is a strong dose. Skin that is thin and delicate may use 15% (like under eyes), while thicker or more damaged skin (like on a décolleté) requires 35%. Certain s...
The surface skin can often turn brown after a chemical peel. Once the skin peels, the underlying skin will be a normal color. In our office, we recommend application of Melarase creams to help reduce the onset of discoloration of the skin. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles