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Sauna After Glycolic Acid Peel?
asked 3 years ago by glowskin in San Jose, CA, US
Latest answer by Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Question viewed 1,979 times
Tags: brown spots, hyperpigmentation
I get 30% GA Peel weekly and was wondering, how long should I stay away from sauna after the peel? I practice yoga in a heated 110 degree room for an hour and half, and I started noticing brown spots on my face since I started the peel. I wear sunscreen diligently, and was wondering, is the heated room for yoga causing hyperpigmentation after peel? Is there a peel you recommend that I don't have to get so often like this one? Thank you!
2 answers to Sauna After Glycolic Acid Peel?
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Sauna after Chemical Peel?
HI Glowskin. If the Chemical peels cause you some redness or irritation, it's probably best to stay away from the sauna for a few days. It also seems like weekly peels of this type are overkill. Daily Retin A or glycolic acid skincare programs can accomplish the same type of exfoliation at home and for much less $$.
Here's a different thought on the pigmentation. While we can't say without seeing a picture, we do know that Melasma is brought on by heat and even heavy exercise.
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Sauna after chemical peel
I'd wait 3 days to have a sauna after a chemical peel, and make sure to be very diligent with SPF 60 sunscreen for the week after a peel. The brown hyperpigmentation is most likely from the sun, not the sauna. You may also want to consider 50% peels every 2 weeks instead of 30% every week as far as results and cost.
