It's been 10 weeks after a botched chemical peel and my skin is not healing. Will the damage be permanent? (Photo)

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An aesthetician gave me my usual 30% lactic acid peel and burned my chin. I've used aloe vera gel, aquaphor and hydrocortisone cream for weeks and the skin has only gotten worse. The effected skin feels scaly and my moisturizer (Cerave) has no effect on that now matter how often I reapply. It also has splotches of raised red skin that peels to no end and is wrinkly in some places. Is this a scar? Is there any any way for me to at least get the raised skin to go down?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

You are in trouble.  You need to see a board certified dermatologist for immediate skin care.  This can head off a lot more trouble as your skin heals.  Even if you don't feel you can afford this kind of care, it doesn't matter.  Work out a payment plan with the dermatologist office you will see.  This will be the best money you have ever spent.

Pablo Prichard, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It appears that this may have been a recent peel, the skin looks pink and inflamed still. This will just need time to calm down. You want to avoid exfoliation in the area and harsh products. You should be using mild heavy cream in the area or aquaphor until the irritation and redness go down. Make sure you avoid all sun exposure to reduce the risk of permanent pigmentation changes. Follow up with your skin care provider or dermatologist about your concerns. Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard MD

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