TCA Peel
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“TCA Peel Only with a Plastic Surgeon”

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Updated 19 Jul 2008
Posted 23 Jul 2006
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Not Worth It
Spent: $650 in Chicago, IL

I got a tca peel friday evening, and it's thurs. morning, and I look awful.

I have high expectations for this painful peel since it is my second one.

I had a Jessner/ tca mix last time, and I believe that I had better results.

My skin is raw, but I hope-pray that these scars go away. This peel is awesome, and low cost---DON'T do this at home! It's acid...go to a plastic surgeon. 

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verdict on tca peel (1 post) 6 Feb 2009
after a longer wait, did your skin improve or are you still unhappy with it? thx jb
victoriangal (unregistered guest) 7 Mar 2009
I used a 12.5% TCA solution and followed the instructions to the letter; I am extremely pleased with the results....if you are very careful, there is no reason you cannot do this yourself successfully. I have enough of the solution to give peels for at least 50 people and it cost me 25 plus shipping for what I am using..my skin is vibrant, and the lines have diminished greatly, I know it takes some courage, but, have all of your supplies at hand, and proceed cautiously. Good luck!
kasey1 (2 posts) 31 May 2009
What brand of TCA solution did you use?
fairy101 (9 posts) 29 Sep 2009
I agree, I also did the 12.5% at home and had great results. Of course if instructions are read and everything is done correctly and you start with a low strength everything should be fine. I also paid only $30 and have lend it to a few friends and everyone has had great results. If you are not sure start with the 8% i got mine at makeupartistchoice.com Good Luck
325092anon (9 posts) 13 Dec 2010
Just wanted to say I agree as far as lower TCA percentages (18 and under) go!

I paid 300 dollars to get an 18% peel done professionally (performed by a nurse). She was so careless slopping the acid on that it ran down my neck and back. Thank god it didn't get into my eyes and ears.

I would never be that careless with my own face!! + it made me realize that the procedure is not rocket science or neurosurgery. As long as you are cautious and don't push it too far, I think you're better off doing it yourself.
PRose1 (2 posts) 3 Jun 2009
Yes, please share where you got it!

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