Chemical Peel Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation versus Hyperpigmentation caused by Sun Exposure?

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is the Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation caused by a Chemical Peel looked upon differently than a Hyperpigmentation caused by sun exposure ? Will Lasers Like Q Switched ND YAG 1064nm help reduce Hyperpigmentation caused by Glycolic Acid Peel ?

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. it is always recommended to pretreat when doing chemical peels to avoid this type of reaction. we suggest to pretreat your skin 2 weeks before the peel with a melanin inhibitor such as a prescription grade hydroquoine. darker skin types are VERY prone to hyper and hypo pigmentation. My advice is to go to a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and they can prescribe you hydroquoine to lighten the hyperpigmentation  best of luck.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office specializes in hyperpigmentation problems. Chemical peel pigmentation can be deeper due to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melanin migration.  Melarase creams and the Q switch laser are both appropriate. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

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