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How Often Should I Have Chemical Peel?
Is it bad to do a chemical peel once a month?
Asked 35 months ago by
zamboyz in rhode island
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Frequency of chemical peels
Assuming you are referring to light chemical peels, they are safe to do monthly. I prefer having an interval of at least 2-3 weeks between peels to allow full epidermal healing.
San Diego Dermatologist
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Depends on the peel
Not all chemical peel agents or formulations of such are the same. Peels are divided as very superficial, superficial, medium and deep. Very superficial peels such as retinoids (Retin-A) or glycolic acid 5-10% can be used daily and at times can be found in OTC formulations such as Neostrata or Glytone cleansers.
Superficial peels such as salicylic acid and the higher concentration glycolics are usually administered every 4-6 weeks. Medium peels such as TCA 30 + Jessner's can be given every...
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