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Cortisone creams can help with some chemical peel reactions. However, this is a product that should be used under the supervision of a physician. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Why did you have the chemical peel?Was it for acne or acne scars?You are asking about whether you could use triamcinoline .025% ointment on a peel burn.I personally do not advise or prescribe triamcinolone ointment or any other low potency steroid ointment after chemical peels.I would use heavy moisturizers about five times a day unless you have active acne or are prone to have acne and stay out of the sun and wear a hat with a large brim and use sunscreens after you stop peeling.I also recommend following up with the doctor who did the peel.When did you have a peel?Exactly what type of peel was done using what chemicals?What was the exact preparation that was used just prior to the peel?Were you on a topical retinoid at the time of the peel and if you were on one which topical retinoid was it?Please submit a photo of your face so that I can give you more specics.How much are you peeling?
Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and...
Chemical peels, by nature are irritants. Whether I use Lactic acid, Glycolic, TCA or Vitamin A peels, I always stop the HQ 4-5 days BEFORE the peel, then recommence the HQ 7 days -10 days later. If you have an allergy to HQ, you can test this by placing a tiny bit on your inner arm.....if...
Some of this may be leftover hyperpigmentation from the peel. The peel may in fact have been too strong for your skin type. This should resolve in a couple of weeks. Make sure to wear plenty of sunscreen and avoid the sun as much as possible. If these are in fact dilated blood vessels, a simple...
