I got the peel and everything seemed to be going great. I used only gentle cleanser and the protectant morning and night. Now on 7th day my skin is red, painful to the touch and so much texture and tiny bumps that look like they might become whiteheads. My skin was also VERY shiny right after peeling. There is also a small chance I'm allergic to benzoyl peroxide, but this is just me taking a guess. I'm going to try and get back to Dr ASAP, but is there anything I should be doing/not doing?
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One of the great things about VI peel is that there are multiple steps after the initial application. After your physician or medical aesthetician does the main application you are given a take home kit with towelettes at four hours, that night and the next night. If you washed off...
Hi varriolaThere are no contraindications with sulfa drugs and vi peels. You are safe to have one. Enjoy and avoid the sun. Best Regards
Vipeel chemical peels can cause post treatment redness, itching,
dryness, and ironically, hyperpigmentation. Early post-peel care is
vital. I would use a curated combination of Covalent peels, fractional
laser, and topical creams to treat the skin after a Vipeel. Start with
Elevase to help...