First time salicylic acid peel 30% and it appears like my skin burned or something, what can I do? 2 days post op. (photo)

June 17, 2018
Asked By:syrupc54 in Binghamton, NY

I used salicylic acid peel 30% and left it on for 10 min. Mainly did it around the cheeks and not the beard area. It was stinging a bit but not too uncomfortable. Now it is day 2 two and it appears like my skin burned or something. Using aloe vera and olay skin moisturizer with spf 15. What else can I do?

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June 18, 2018

Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for after care--burn after salicylic acid peel

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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June 18, 2018

Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for after care--burn after salicylic acid peel

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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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June 19, 2018

Answer: Chemical burn on the face

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June 19, 2018

Answer: Chemical burn on the face

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