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What is the appropriate treatment for hypopigmentation caused by a TCA peel? Will the color go back to normal?

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Please Help Me PleaseJul 26, 2016
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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Jason Emer, MD

This can be treated with a combination approach. I suggest seeing an expert for laser or injection options. Best, dr. Emer.

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Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended

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...

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Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended

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 ...

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