I used glycolic acid 7% toner and the next day my skin appeared red, irritated and dry. Eye area is dry and way more wrinkly than it used to be. I stopped using the toner and now am using SPF to protect my skin. It's not a permanent damage, is it? When do you think it will go back to normal?
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Thanks for your question. The combination of any of those products and the length of time your skin was exposed all play a role in the amount of inflammation and reaction your skin experienced. I would recommend stopping all of it until your face is not red and puffy, and when you do...
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This looks like a reaction to the peel. This is actually quite common. Stop using any skincare products that have glycolic and retinol. Gradually add in your skincare after about three days.
