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what is the best treatment for a chemical peel burn on lower face and chin?
asked 1 year ago by concerned carole in Greensboro, NC
Latest answer by Alison Stallings, MD
Question viewed 796 times
Tags: chin, burn, complication, options
My 19 year old daughter with sensitive fair skin and moderate acne under the skin had a facial as she does monthly, but was waxed 1st and then had a stronger peel. Now it is red ... tight...extremely dry, rough skin that is visably burned. Peeling some with red new skin under. All prerty bad. Leaving for Africa in a few days. Needs help. I saw that cetaphil cream and 1% cortisone or (is hydrocortisone best) would be good. Also saw a sugestion of aquaphor.
4 answers to what is the best treatment for a chemical peel burn on lower face and chin?
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Treating a chemical peel burn
I agree with the recommendations so far. Using Aquaphor or vaseline for 3-4 days, followed by a bland, non-comedogenic (won't clog pores) moisturizer such as Cetaphil, CeraVe or any over-the-counter moisturizer made for sensitive skin. A mild cortisone cream such as 1% hydrocortisone can be added to the moisturizer for a few days to help calm the inflammation. Remember to use a good daily sunblock of at least SPF 30 since her skin will be extra sensitive!
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Alison Stallings, MD
Tarrytown Dermatologic Surgeon
Tarrytown Dermatologic Surgeon
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Burn from peel
Dear concerned mom, I would agree with Dr. Chen and have her use aquaphor or vaseline a few times a day for about three days. After that I would switch to something like cetaphil as too much occlusive moisturizer will aggrevate her acne. Can also use cool compresses made up of 1/4 cup white vingar and 3/4 cups water. If it appears to be getting infected go right to the dermatologist.
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Vasoline on the skin will help.
However, if this seems to be getting worse rather than better, consider having her seen by a board certified dermatologist.
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Chemical peel burn on lower face
I would suggest Aquaphor ointment at least twice daily for 3-5 days until the skin is no longer irritated, then switch to cetaphil cream. Although Aquaphor works well for healing, if used too long, it has the tendency to clog pores.
Bryan K. Chen, MD
San Diego Dermatologist
San Diego Dermatologist