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How do I cure this? Will the redness go away? (Photo)

DeancatalanJun 17, 2017
I used salicylic acid on my acne but I accidentally pour it on the healty skin and the redness of it won't go away really need help i'm hopeless right now :--((

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J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS

Thank you for your question about healing after salicylic acid treatment. The skin is in a very fragile state immediately after a peel.  It is not uncommon to sometimes have an area or two that becomes irritated or raw, especially if you peel rather than trim the dead skin away.  To avoid h...

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Keep the area moist and then apply Melarase AM and Melarase PM once the skin heals to prevent any discoloration on the skin. Best, .Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS

Thank you for your question about healing after salicylic acid treatment. The skin is in a very fragile state immediately after a peel.  It is not uncommon to sometimes have an area or two that becomes irritated or raw, especially if you peel rather than trim the dead skin away.  To avoid h...

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Dark discoloration after a chemical peel burn is common. I would start with Melarase AM, Melarase PM, Melapads, and Replenish creams to help with the discoloration. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Melarase PM and Elevase Moisture Booster can help soothe your skin and minimize unwanted skin discoloration.Best,Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

I would use Elevase Moisture Booster on the areas twice daily and make sure there is no inadvertent sun exposure that may cause it to pigment. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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