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Are These Vi Peel Side Effects Normal?
So I just had my first peel 4 days ago. It was a vi peel & Im prob just freakin out, but was wondering if its norm for the new skin to be red & super sensitive. Its to the point that even the cleaner & moisturizer burns. Im using the stuff from my derm office, so im not sure why this is happening. Even the vi sunscreen seems to burn my "new skin". Also, yesterday my lips started to burn a little & have been burning every since. Sorta feels like they are wind burned…is that normal too? Thanks
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krystal louisiana
in Lake Charles, LA
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Are These Vi Peel Side Effects Normal?
These do sound like normal healing processes from the ViPeel. We recommend slathering the face at night with Aquaphor. You can find this in any drug store over the counter. It will help with the burning and itching and sensitivity.
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Sensitive Peeled Skin
The depth of a chemical peel determines the side effect profile and down time. Chemical peels can be superficial, medium, or deep. A "lunchtime" peel is one of the glycolic or fruit acid type peels. The Vi Peel, is a stronger peel. This means that while there may be slightly more down time your results after a single peel will be better. Chemically peeled skin is very sensitive. Strict sun avoidance is advised after a peel, and during the initial healing process. After that the use...
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Vi Peel Side Effects
Vi Peel is essentially a TCA peel and thus, has a similar side effect profile. Redness and sensitive skin in the post-peel period is common and to be expected.
Your products may be aggravating the condition. I would return to the treating physician for a thorough evaluation and discussion of management options. Good luck.
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Vi Peel Side Effects
It sounds like your "new skin" is very sensitive. This is a common side effect. Please follow up with the provider that performed your peel just to be sure nothing else is going on.
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I had the peel done on Friday and today is Monday. I also shared your experience with extreme burning. Both cleansing and application of the Post Peel Protectant cause burning so severe I thought I would simultaneously vomit and pass out! I have had lots of MedSpa services and consider myself tougher than most. I've had salicylic acid and glycolic acid peels and never experienced this. In addition, I am/ have had nausea every day since the peel was applied. Nausea is especially pronounced when I apply the "protectant" which seems to be 1% cortisone in a white petrolatum base, yikes!