I'm on the 4th day of the vi peel and most of the skin around my face has peeled off, however I still see very dark areas above my uppper lip, which is also very dry. Will this peel again? if not, will my skin become lighter?
April 22, 2018
Answer: Dark spots after peel Keep the area moist, avoid the sun, and avoid any abrasive products or trauma to the area. Some patients will have a second layer of peeling after a chemical peel within the first 3-4 days. Redness, dryness, irritation, itching, burning, can be common after a peel, especially a medium depth peel like the VI. However, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation is an unwanted side effect from the peel and requires medical attention. It is more common in patients with darker skin type. Often times, it can be treated with topical medications or light therapies, such as IPL, and completely resolves. Follow up with your provider as soon as possible for an evaluation and recommendations. Best of luck.
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April 22, 2018
Answer: Dark spots after peel Keep the area moist, avoid the sun, and avoid any abrasive products or trauma to the area. Some patients will have a second layer of peeling after a chemical peel within the first 3-4 days. Redness, dryness, irritation, itching, burning, can be common after a peel, especially a medium depth peel like the VI. However, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation is an unwanted side effect from the peel and requires medical attention. It is more common in patients with darker skin type. Often times, it can be treated with topical medications or light therapies, such as IPL, and completely resolves. Follow up with your provider as soon as possible for an evaluation and recommendations. Best of luck.
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April 9, 2018
Answer: VI Peel- Post procedure Hello and thank you for your question.Yes, what you are experiencing is very common. After the initial peeling, you can go through the dryness and additional flaking. The skin should lighten as it heals. In some skin types lightening products may be recommended. I would recommend following up with your provider to determine if post care products should be started.Best to you,
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April 9, 2018
Answer: VI Peel- Post procedure Hello and thank you for your question.Yes, what you are experiencing is very common. After the initial peeling, you can go through the dryness and additional flaking. The skin should lighten as it heals. In some skin types lightening products may be recommended. I would recommend following up with your provider to determine if post care products should be started.Best to you,
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