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Red/Purple Marks Above Lip After Face Peel: Is This a Chemical Burn?
asked 1 year ago by kss in Wenatchee, WA
Latest answer by Hugh McLean, MD
Question viewed 513 times
Tags: lips, burn, options, purple, red, scar
I recently gave a chocolate peel containing salicylic, lactic, glycolic & kojic acid to a friend, she now has discoloration under her nose & above upper lip (red/purple) does this mean that she received a chemical burn in this area? What are the signs of a chemical burn? Will it scar her face if so? I have no picture sorry - just talked with her on the phone yesterday. This peel is not anywhere close to TCA strength.
2 answers to Red/Purple Marks Above Lip After Face Peel: Is This a Chemical Burn?
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Chemical peel of the lips
Redness, and possibly purple discoloration may result from a burn, but ,after all, chemical peels work by burning. Light peels should only burn very superficially, like a mild sun burn. If the skin blisters,for example, the peel has gone deeper, but the skin should recover. If a yellow,dead color is achieved, it has gone way too deep and will scar. Skin type is very important when it comes to peels. The more pigmented the skin is, the more likely you are to induce permanent...
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Hugh McLean, MD
Mississauga Plastic Surgeon
Mississauga Plastic Surgeon
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Yes, you may have burned your friends skin.
The agents your are describing can irritate the skin and cause a chemical burn. This may cause scaring. I would encourage her to be seen by a board certified dermatologist who can evaluate the severity of the reaction and treatment accordingly. Please keep in mind that it is possible to purchase products that are not safe and this can cause unanticipated harm. Hopeful with the right care your friend will heal without a scar.
