In March I used a at home glycolic peel 35%. Now the spot is red and had pinpoint bleeding spot while washing. Advice? (photo)

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This time I may have left it on a bit too long and ended up with a few red marks or burns around mouth and especially the bridge of nose where the skin is thinner. Every place healed except for the nose. It has a reddish irregular patch. Thought it was healing but then last week while washing face it bled. I'm wondering if this is permanent damage. Doesn't hurt or itch.Pictures included.

Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  It is very possible you gave yourself a burn and are left with some patches of thinner skin, which occasionally show tiny broken blood vessels under the skin more apparently.  You should see a board certified dermatologist for advice and an in-person exam.  Please be careful with home peels. They are easy to be overly enthusiastic about.  We recommend peels be done by a professional aesthetician supervised by a dermatologist.  Continue to use strict sun protection on your face and see an expert.

In March I used a at home glycolic peel 35%. Now the spot is red and had pinpoint bleeding spot while washing. Advice? (photo)

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