TCA caused my face to have these BIG white, hypopigmented/discolored patches. It has been already 2 months. First question: What can I do to regain its color back? Second question: WILL the color ever be back? If so, for how long?
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July 28, 2016
Answer: Hypopigmentation after TCA Peel -- Fraxel, Viva, Microneedling/PRP, Sun Protection
A picture will be helpful. TCA peel at 15% done professionally will not cause any damage. If you have epidermal compromise (whole skin off, red raw), then the chances of infection and skin colour changes are ever present. For TCA peels that have complications, it is always advisable to seek wo...
Over the years I have gone from AHA and vitamin A preps prior to TCA peels, through to the old fashioned acetone scrub (still the best), and now the Hydrafacial (like Emer). This is a form of microdermabrasion that allows the peel to penetrate faster. My protocol is a Hydrafacial just before ...
