Is It Normal for my Face to Be Brown in Areas After Chemical Peel? (photo)

I did a home peel months ago. Started with 10% and nothing happened. No redness or peeling at all. Few weeks later I did 20% with the same results. Yesterday I did 25% and right away I knew it to be different. My face 'frosted' and turned red. Now it has turned brown in spots. I know its only been a day but is this normal?

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Chemical Peel at Home? There's a Reason these Procedures Are Performed by Professionals

Please be very careful in placing chemical peels on your face that are bought on the internet or who knows where. It would be helpful to know what chemical agent was used. However, the frosting and grey/ brown appearance of your skin 24 hours later suggest that your skin will begin to peel in the next few days. Cover your skin with a petroleum based emollient and stay out of the sun! I would also recommend seeing a Facial Plastic Surgeon or Dermatologist to guide... more

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mevina 20 Oct 2012

When you must go in the sun use a high SPF baby sunblock. You can mix it with moisturizer but dot full strength on any red or pink splotches to help them heal back to normal color.