A day ago I got a light chemical peel and acne extraction done at my dermatologist office. My Skin is really sensitive and i have scarfs. I would like to know if it save to wash the face with Salicylic Acid 2%. I have very oily skin and I'm brown skinned. What products are the most convenient to spend up the healing process. Currently i'm using aloe Vera on my skin at bedtime since to its too sensitive. When i can start using acne medication and makeup again i scared to put anything strong?
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Answer: Recommend using Elevase Moisture booster and an Opti-mask to help with the dryness
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 your provider. T...
Vbeam laser is an excellent modality for patients who have rosacea, blushing of the skin, facial and body telangiectasia, spider veins, redness, post surgical redness, and skin flushing. It is a safe procedure that can be used at varying depths to help treat micro blood vessels in the skin. We...
Thanks so much for your question
It looks like contact dermatitis
It will go away it might take 1-2 weeks
Get a prescription hydrocortisone cream 1% and take traction and don’t use anything else
Good luck
Dr lamia Wassef