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Exfoliation After a Chemical Peel?

asked 3 years ago by rose01 in USA
Latest answer by Shawn Allen, MD
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Tags: exfoliation

I had a b-liftx chemical peel and today is the 6th day. My skin started to peel a little on the 4th day and it is around the sides of my nose and random areas on my cheeks and mouth area.

Would exfoliating my skin with a scrub help or worsen the condition? Also, when is a good time to follow up with an at-home peel? I was thinking of AVON's ANEW CLINICAL Advanced Retexturizing Peel. Thanks in advance.

3 answers to Exfoliation After a Chemical Peel?

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Chemical Peel Tips

Exfoliation after a chemical peel is simply a sign that that peel has worked. A chemical peel, by definition, should exfoliate the skin. That is how they work. However, right after you have had such a peel, you should not be trying to aid that exfoliation by using scrubs at home. Having said that, the over-the-counter chemical peels such as the Avon peel can be used, but should not be used for at least a month after the in-office chemical peel.
David Goldberg, MD

New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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I prefer to wait 10 days to 2 weeks after chemical peel

I like to wait until the peeling from the chemical peel is complete before using another exfoliating agent on the skin. Chances are you would be fine to start the scrub at this time, but too much irritation of the skin can cause negative effects, including pigmentary problems. Frequent application of a bland moisturizer, e.g. Cetaphil, Aveeno or Cerave can expedite the peeling and healing process. Scrubs and at-home peels can be re-started at about 2 weeks following your chemical peel... more
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Exfoliation after chemical peels

A great option for you is to get a glycolic wash to gently exfoliate the skin. Scrubs can be too harsh and cause acne breakouts and hyperpigmentation and should only be used on completely healthy healed skin so wait 6 weeks before using scrubs.
Shawn Allen, MD

Boulder Dermatologist

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