I just started using a daily face wipe pad that has glycolic acid, salic acid, and lactic acid in it. I'm not sure, but for some reason I feel like my skin is blotchy on the sides of my face and there are two light spots on the bridge if my nose. I 've only used the pads a couple of times. Is it possible the pads could be causing this? Or could I just be looking at my face more closely? The pads are only about 7% glycolic acid
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Hi, Sorry that you have developed this. Use a good emollient with allantoin which will calm down the irritated skin. Sunscreens with a good spf will protect your skin without developing any complications like PIH. But be sure of what kind of product you are using. Kindly visit a board c...
Hi,Thank you for posting your question here. Chemical peels are of various kinds apart from glycolic acid. A pre-peel preparation is mandatory before proceeding with a chemical peel. Kindly visit a board certified plastic surgeon to get your chemical peel. Best of luck.
Salicylic acid will help keep pores clear of oils. Applying a cream with salicylic acid is worth a try after cleansing. Scars that are depressed aren't going to respond to products as the underlying problem is collagen destruction. Lasers or radiofrequency microneedling is helpful for many in cr...