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Depressed Because a Chemical Peel Ruined my Skin
asked 10 months ago by Yairis in Killeen tx
Latest answer by Mark Taylor, MD
Question viewed 989 times
Tags: 1 month post-op, hyperpigmentation, olive skin
Hello I'm a puertorican with olive complexion I guess have a chemical peel dOne on may 2 call vitalize peel by an esthetician she apply 3 layers of something and a month after that I have a hydrafacial, well my skin is horrible I got orange skin texture hyperpigmentation and I see white or lighter patches and very rough skin,well I went to a dermatologist and she say that everything should go away in months but she gave me finacea and she say that will help is that true or I have to go c ano doc
3 answers to Depressed Because a Chemical Peel Ruined my Skin
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Follow you dermatologist's Advice to heal after chemical peel.
There are many critical steps in performing a successful chemical peel. Dermatologist and Plastic Surgeons who do many peels on many different kinds of skin are best qualified to help you.
Mark Taylor, MD
Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon
Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon
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Your dermatologist is doing the right thing
Yairis, your dermatologist is doing the right thing when giving you finacea. This stops the formation of pigment. It will take at least eight weeks for you to see any difference so be patient. Use sunscreen daily even if you do not think that you are getting sun. If you are not satisfied after the finacea you can ask for a bleaching cream. Next time, have a dermatologist do your peels.
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Please treat your depression.
Yairis
So sorry to hear about your skin reaction. Consider reporting the esthetician to the Texas medical board. Olive skin can hyperpigment. This extra pigment may improve over many months. It is possible to become clinically depressed from these types of reactions. If you find that your overall mood is sad, have difficulty sleeping, have suicidal thoughts, these are serious signs of depression and need medical attention. Please pay attention to your...
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