I was wondering how long will I have to wait until I can actually go out into the sun ie: pool and beach?

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I had a light chemical peel the 19th of April.After the peeling phase, I did have some reaction to sun exposure, which produced a rash like reaction that went away after washing my face and applying moisturizer. I'm asking when I don't have to worry about having that kind of reaction happen to me, since the reaction does seem to itch.

Barton Sterling, MD · Answer

After a light chemical peel, patients have to avoid the sun for about a week or two. After a medium or deep peel it is best to avoid the sun for about one to three months. This allows fresh new skin to heal properly.

Douglas Wu, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. An exfoliating treatment like a chemical peel makes your skin much more vulnerable to sun damage, as it sounds like you have already discovered. I tell my patients to use sunscreen for a few weeks after treatment to avoid excess damage. You should wear sunscreen all the time to avoid UV damage and early signs of aging, however.

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