Is Hyperpigmentation After Vi Peel Permanent?

This is very common in patients with darker skin color. There are definite ways to help this condition along. The options include triluma, or a triple combination of retin A 0.1%, Hydroquinone 4%, and hydrocortisone 1%. This can help the darker appearance. Also with this you can do microdermabrasion which can be done at 1-2 week intervals. Repeating superficial chemical peels is another option that can also be done in between microdermabrasion at 1-2 week intervals. Staying out of the sun... more

Skin should be prepped prior to peels. There are several important reasons for this. One, it helps take off the stratum cornium (the dead skin layer) and allows the peel to penetrate deeper. Second, it reduces the hyperactive pigment cells that can cause post inflammatory hyperpigmentation ( dark spots). Third, it helps to see how compliant the patient will be with their skin care, in the critical and vulnerable post peel period. I like to use a product with Retin A,... more

Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation is a risk after any chemical peel, including the Vi peel. It is very unlikely that it will be permanent. In fact, you can even treat this problem with another peel. Discuss your problem with your treating doctor. It will likely fade on its own but there are several thing you can do to speed up the process.

Hi there- Though this is not a common occurrance with the vi peel, there is always a risk of pigmentation changes after any chemical peel. Typically this reaction is not permanent and can be resolved. It sounds as though you are experiencing Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation. This can be due to inadvertant sun exposure that caused the activation of the pigment cells during the healing process after the peel. If the skin has not returned to its normal shade after the peeling process is... more

The post inflammatory hyperpigmentation should resolve. Use of a steroid cream and hydroquinones can be helpful. IS Clinical Active Solution has a mushroom extract that can help with this matter. Stay out of the sun! Apply sunblock. Give it a tincture of time.

The hyperpigmentation you are experiencing is called "postinflammatory hyperpigmentation." It is unlikely to be permanent. Skin lightening agents such as hydroquinone in combination with tretinoin cream and azelaic acid can help normalize your pigmentation faster. I would consult a board certified dermatologist regarding your problem. Good luck.