Hi. I recently started using 20% salicylic acid peel because of acne, oily skin and ingrown hairs. My acne is moderate but the ingrown hairs at the side of my chin and neck has left me with really dark marks. I had my first chemical peel a week ago and I will have the next one next week. Meanwhile, after the first 4 days of my peel ( I had no redness, dryness or peeling), I started using 4% hydroquinone cream on those dark marks. Is this method safe, or should I stick to one treatment at a time?
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It sounds like you may be experiencing a reaction to the salicylic acid gel. Here are some recommendations to help soothe the irritation and promote healing:
Discontinue Use: Stop using the salicylic acid gel immediately to prevent further irritation.
Gentle Cleansing: Use a mild,...
Strong salicylic acid peel was such as the 20% strength should be performed under the guidance and followup of a trained medical aesthetician supervised by a physician. Pre-treatment, expert application, and followup treatment including the use of 4% hydroquinone cream and oftentimes a retinoid...
There are a few phases of healing after a chemical peel burn. Once the skin has healed, there may be some pigmentation in the skin. If the pigmentation doesn't resolve on its own, you may need to begin topical therapy with skin lighteners. Our choice is the Melarase creams. Best, DR....
