I picked my chemical peel. What do I do? (Photo)

December 22, 2014
Asked By:neverest2793 in Canada, KY

I peeled my chemical peel off and now my skin is extremely red and tight. Does this mean that my skin is going to peel again, or is this scarring?

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December 23, 2014

Answer: Alteration of peeling process

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Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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December 23, 2014

Answer: Alteration of peeling process

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January 5, 2015

Answer: Chemical peels and pigmentation

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January 5, 2015

Answer: Chemical peels and pigmentation

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December 23, 2014

Answer: I urge you to see your dermatologist.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 23, 2014

Answer: I urge you to see your dermatologist.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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