I used Neostrata's 10% glycolic acid serum, a couple of days after I used their 4% cleanser and 4% moisturizer spf 30 and serum

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Red swollen itchy bumps all over my face, a very excessive amount, I feel so much texture when I touch my face and can see it too; never used glycolic acid products before/ The next morning my face was covered completely in little red itchy swollen bumps, my pores look enlarged also. This was 3 or 4 days ago! Please help why is this happening; will this go away by itself, and how soon?

Monika Kiripolsky, MD · Answer

Hi nadialebadah - it sounds like you are experiencing some sort of reaction to any one of those products. Allergic reactions typically take around 7-10 days to heal completely. I suggest consulting with a board-certified dermatologist for a treatment plan that is best suited for your skin type. In the meantime, i'd recommend using a gentle cleanser such as Cetaphil or Neutrogena and calming/hydrating serums/creams. Best,Dr. Monika Kiripolsky

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