I buy 100% TCA and dilute it to 20% with distilled water. 2 days ago I stuck my qtip into the bottle to spot treat 2 places on each cheek. It was the 100%!!! I immediately splashed with water and put a paste of baking soda on it, but it instantly frosted. One side it ran down my face. I have 2 significant burns on each cheek. I've been applying silvadene cream 2 or 3 times a day, spf 50 and aquaphor at night. Anything else I should do other than throwing the TCA in the trash??
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Answer: TCA Chemical Peel After Care--See a Doctor for recommendations
Thank you for your question. TCA is a relatively strong acid, and even at low concentrations, is not safe to use as a toner. Alpha hydroxy acids (like glycolic acid) are often better options, and there are a variety of over-the-counter and physician-dispensed home products that contain AHA...
We perform a very high quantity of TCA peels and never use a 45% concentration. It is just not necessary. I would see a cosmetic dermatologist who understands how peels work. We obtain fantastic results with TCA strengths no higher than 30%. Peeling is an art.
Thank you for your question and for submitting your photos. Chemical peels, particularly those with higher strength acids like TCA, are a very complex procedure and require a great deal of expertise. If not applied properly, there is a relatively high risk of side effects and complications, in...
