Correcting scars from a TCA peel

I feel so stupid I peeled my skin way before I should have. I had a 50% tca peel, and I peeled my skin not thinking because it came up so easily.

I have round, raised skin, and I have a few scar marks; it is extremely noticable to me but not to others. This did not show until 2 months later. My skin also looks rough. I could cry... I have ruined my skin!

I could tell the tca would have worked if I had not touched it. If I get another tca peel and not touch my face and let it peel naturally would that correct it?

5 answers to “Correcting scars from a TCA peel”

A: Don't repeat the same mistake

By Scott E. Kasden, MD - Dallas Plastic Surgeon

From what I have read, I cannot give you credible advice specifically. What I can tell you is that time is the critical factor here. How long ago was the peel? Typically these red areas fade over time, and you should be careful to be patient. You shoud also work with you doctor to minimize... more

A: It is important to see a specialist other wise you can use over the counter products for now.

By Hisham Seify, MD, PhD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

TCA is a very good tool for facial tightening. However, the medical concentrations (15-35%or more) need be done with physician supervision (it could depends on your state rules). I would recommend that you have a consult with a plastic surgeon or a dermatologist that can tell you if you are a good... more

A: Time and possibly additional treatments

By D.J. Verret, MD - Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Greetings Angela, I would certainly echo the sentiments of Drs. Shelton and Sorokin. Right now, time is your best friend. As Dr. Shelton pointed out if your problems are caused by pigment irregularities, which do occur after chemical peels, they may be treated with topical medications or other lasers. I would... more

A: Time will fix many of these problems....

By Evan Sorokin, MD - Cherry Hill Plastic Surgeon

I certainly agree with Dr. Shelton but would just add that TIME fixes many of these problems. If you are early after your peel you may very well do best by just waiting and giving your skin a good year to heal and recover before doing ANY other treatments. Be sure that you are on a supervised skin care... more

A: Scars after a chemical peel

By Ronald Shelton, MD - Manhattan Dermatologic surgeon

Usually scars are related to color or shape. Color may be treated by lasers and special dressings, and creams. Shape may be treated by other resurfacing techniques, but if a complication occurred after a chemical peel, then complications may occur after any other treatment and this must be considered prior to... more

Comments

hmmm
1 post
5 Jan 2009

i'm thinking about buying online TCA peel for my face, is it worth it? i can't afford going to a plastic surgeon.. if so what TCA % should i get?

zuma15
2 posts
24 Apr 2009

I tryed the TCA 25% but the application of two layers only and to me I think is very gentle but you do need to use a serium for 50% quick healing faster, the serium will help the skin to peel off faster..

mike mills
unregistered guest

22 May 2009

how are you doing? what did doctor say

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