I recently had an awful breakout from a birth control my body didn't agree with.. Left behind lots of darks spots on my cheeks and chin area. I believe my skin type/complexion scars much easier then others... I will not leave my house without make up on and my boyfriend (soon to be husband) has never seen me without foundation on.. These dark marks NEED to be significantly better by may! (none of these scars are indented or raised, they are just dark spots)
Ive read that only deep peels are permanent, but I have dark skin so I dont think I should do that procedure. Would a medium peel be enough for PIH and sun spots? And if the results from the peel arent permanent, does that mean the sun spots and PIH will return? If it does I may look to other treatments that would be permanent like lasers.
I got a chemical peel 20 days ago and the day after my peel my upper lip was basically burned. It scabbed and was very pink and sensitive underneath. Now it is dark brown and I want to know the best recommendation for treatment? I went back to the place I got it done at after 2 weeks and they told me its still healing and to come back in 2 weeks. I didnt agree so I went to another dermatologist and they said that its PIH. I am looking for opinions on whether or not this can be treated?
16 days ago I got a chemical peel as a part of a free training at my work (top derm office). Since it was free I was super excited. NO prepatory measures were given to me (white black and Brazilian race). I also use all natural skin care & Have NEVER used retinol or any chemical on my face. So I get the medium strength chemical peel to cure the tiniest bit of Hyperpigmentation I had - I am left with the WORST PIH: the doc gave me HQ + retinol +vitamin c to cure the PIH - I see no difference HELP
I went to a dermatologist, a little over a year ago to have a chemical peel on my chest and arms. I was under the impression that she was going to start with a lighter peel, but when we finishe, she told me I was treated with a 30 percent TCA peel. After healing, my arms still look blotchy and the pigment is uneven. I am topically treating with teritonon, and HQ (8 percent). Are there any other protocols that would be good to try?
I had a chemical peel (lactic acid) a month ago. My skin was inflammed but thexresults were satisfying after a week. I was ask to come for a second treatment but notified the Dr. I was weary about what happened last time. I just got a skin cleaning (no idea of products used) but now I have the worst hyperpigmentation on my face. I am being treated for the inflammation (eczema prone) but I am afraid these dark spots won't go...
Hi, I am an Asian woman who I did picosure laser three months ago for sun damages. Unfortunately, my dark sports came back darker three weeks after the treatment. I have been using trenoinin cream at night and expensive skinseutical products in the morning. So my sports are fading after three months, but they are still there and I hate them. I am wondering if any chemical peel would help or I should wait patiently more three months? I am so afraid that chemical peel will give me PIH.
I have Rosacea and adult acne with sensitive, oily skin and blackheads. I am on 100mg minocycline OD plus 10% sulfacetamide lotion twice daily application. My face has totally cleared up. But it looks dull. Can I do a chemical peel while on minocycline? Will it increase the chances of PIH or should I be afraid of delayed healing? In the past when my Rosacea and acne were under control, I had very good results with TCA peels. But I have never used a peel while on antibiotics. Thanks!
Hi, I struggled with acne since I was 13 and now I'm 20. I believe I have Post Inflammatory hyperpigmentation from the old acne and I'm ready to get rid of these marks on my back. I'm of mixed race, black and white. I was wondering if my 30% Glycolic acid peel would get rid of the marks if I did it once a week for a month or so, or would a TCA Peel be better? If so what percent? I'd also like to know in case I go to a professional what peel would be better suited for my skin. Thanks!
Before I tried chemical peels I had PIH from acne. It was pretty moderate. I decided to try a glycolic peel. The first peel went ok but frosted a bit above my lip (that's now a dark mark) but I didn't see much of a difference. The second peel caused the pores on my nose to become very visible. The third peel frosted around my mouth and eyes it looks like bruises. How can I fix this?