“Too many chemical peels, is it a bad thing? i've had 3 done in 3 months.”

Chemical peel: Worth it

Cost: $100
Pain: Mild
Chemical peel satisfaction: Very good4 Star Rating: Very good
Seeking help:

I have been getting chemical peels for the past 3 months, once/month. I was given advice that it helps with skin elasticity, skin pigmentation and wrinkles. I am 26 years old by the way. I joined this 'chemical peel club' for 6 months to try it out. I'm wondering if that is too much for my skin to do this so often? I just had my 3rd one 3 days ago and today my skin is really red around my mouth area, is peeling a ton and I'm just curious if this just means it's working or if it's a sign that my skin has had too many chemicals on it??
Review of Chemical peel:

I decided to have the chemical peel done because I was told by a medical spa it is a great procedure to do at my age (26) to improve my skin, making it firmer, correcting the pigmentation and improving wrinkles.

So, I have tried it 3 times in 3 months and this 3rd time, my skin feels like it burns a bit when I put moisturizing lotion on and my skin is peeling a ton now, more so than the other 2 times.

Is it bad to get too many chemical peels? I do feel like it is making my skin have a more natural glow to it and more radiance. That is about it though. Any suggestions or advice would be most appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Oct 26, 2009Comments and replies (1)

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This review is the subjective opinion of a RealSelf member and not of RealSelf, Inc.
Dr. Hansen
374 posts
28 Oct 2009

Light chemical peels do great for the skin and can be done monthly for 6-8 times without any problems. Trust your doc and you will be fine. Sincerely, David Hansen,MD

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