Is it safe to start trying actively to get pregnant after a peel?

Question

I have done a VI peel 3 days ago, and in the week I did the VI peel, I begging trying actively to get pregnant. I know I am not pregnant yet, but I want to continue trying, is it safe? Are the chemicasl in the Vi peel in my body for a long time? Is it safe to use the post peel protection with hydrocortisone wile trying to get pregnant ?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Get pregnant.  That is far more important than peeling your face.  While the peel might be safe, we have know way of knowing that.  For this reason we recommend avoiding this type of service.  Be safe and reasonable.  Focus on what is important right now.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

There are many treatments
that are safe to receive while pregnant or trying to conceive but in my opinion
the VI Peel is not one of them.  The
combinations of acids in this peel may be harmful, especially if pregnant.  The potential complications are not worth the
benefits.  You may still manage your skin
with Vitamin C products and exfoliators to keep your skin looking healthy and
to minimize any breakouts and dead cell buildup.  All peels may be resumed once you have had
your child and are no longer breastfeeding.

Pablo Prichard, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is not advised for you to have peels once you are pregnant but feel free to continue trying to get pregnant now, the peel at this point would not harm the baby. Good Luck!Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard

Is it safe to start trying actively to get pregnant after a peel?

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