Hello, I have been diagnosed with fordyce spots on my lips (500+ of them), and have decided to treat myself with TCA. I know you cannot recommend I treat myself but if you find it appropriate to help me I'll be glad. My plan is to start with 12.5% on a test area to see how the skin responds, and slowly progress up to 50% on the whole lip. I chose acid because of the 2008 case study about BCA, and also of internet forum posts showing sucess. What should i be careful of? Any tips? Thanks
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TCA CROSS healing will depend on 1. The concentration of TCA 2. The formulation of the base - alcohol vs hydrous (water) 3. The coats 4. Your skin healing- 5. The site 6. Any comorbities like smoking, exercise and infection 7. The area treated - small e.g.. Ice pick vs large e.g. confluent ...
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...