Sun damage after Vi peel, what can I do? (photos)

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I did a Vipeel one month ago and went skiing two weeks after the procedure. The Aesthetician told me to use 50+ sunscreen which I did but my face got burnt and now I have these horrible fine Lines that weren't there before and my dark spots got even darker. What can I do? Should I go for another procedure?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would begin treatment with Melarase creams to lighten the discoloration and also begin light chemical peels to help exfoliate the damaged skin. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Santa Monica, CA Chemical peels

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest you see a cosmetic dermatologist for treatment.  You will need a combination of a few lasers (Vbeam and Clear+Brilliant with or without microneedling) to fix this as well as lightening creams.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Nissan Pilest, MD · Answer

After any chemical peel or laser treatment, it
is imperative to avoid prolonged sun exposure for two weeks at the very
least.  Exposing your skin to the sun
while in the process of healing can result in hyperpigmentation, or even
scarring. Unfortunately, being around water or snow can actually be even worse,
being that UV radiation reflects up to 85-100% off of these surfaces!

Your pigment may have gotten even darker due
to the heavy sun exposure so soon after your peel. The fine lines/textural
issues you are describing are most likely not permanent, and may just be a
combination of severely dry skin post peeling, as well sun damage from your ski
trip. The fine lines should improve with adequate moisturizing, and time.

Depending on your specific skin concerns, it
is not uncommon to need more than one ViPeel treatment. It would be best to
follow-up with the esthetician who performed your ViPeel, or seek out the
second opinion of a board certified Dermatologist. A Dermatologist may have
more options such as laser available that may be better suited for your skin concerns.
If you do repeat the ViPeel or any other treatment, please be sure to take the
necessary precautions to protect your healing skin! Best of luck.

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