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How Soon After a VI Peel Can I Shave my Beard Area?

I am a 37 year old male with normal skin. I had a VI peel four days ago and I'm wondering when I can start shaving again. I'm in my second day of peeling.

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Shaving After Peel

April 8th, 2013
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You should wait about 10-14 days to shave your beard area, depending on your peeling. Be careful, the area will still be sensitive after the peel during shaving.

Carlo P. Honrado, MD, FACS


Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 10 reviews

How Soon After a VI Peel Can I Shave my Beard Area?

June 5th, 2012
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You should wait about ten days after a ViPeel to make sure all peeling has subsided.  You can then shave at that time, using caution with sensitivity to your skin.

Stuart B. Kincaid, MD, FACS (in memoriam)

Stuart B. Kincaid, MD, FACS (in memoriam)
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
3.3 out of 5 stars 9 reviews

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