Accidentally combined an at-home glycolic peel with Retin-A: my face is like a football! How long until it heals? (Photos)

February 18, 2018
Asked By:roseyhelp

I used an at-home glycolic peel (M-61 Power Peel) and that night I used Retin A - I didn't research what might happen combining these two which was really dumb. My skin is dry, flaking, and very rough. I am moisturizing and using a gentle cleanser (applying SPF several times a day) and everything I wear on my face stings horribly. At first my face was almost blistered it stung so bad but now it seems like it's drying out (FIVE days later)-- my question is, is there anything to speed healing?

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February 23, 2018

Answer: Peel and retin-A

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February 23, 2018

Answer: Peel and retin-A

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