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Day 6 of VI Peel and cheeks won't peel

Carla45Dec 25, 2013
I am african american and I had my first VI Peel on 12/20/2013. My chin and forehead have peeled already, but my cheeks still have thick black skin. The skin under looks red. It itches a lot. Should I be concerned about scarring. Can the peel cause keloid scar?

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Tom J. Pousti, MD

Thanks for your question. Redness is a normal reaction from the Vi peel and can last for 5-8 days. The peeling should start around day 2-3 and last for 2-4 days. The post peel protectant that comes in the kit you received contains hydrocortisone 1% and aloe vera among other healing ingredients....

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis. We see atrophic and hypertrophic scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus...

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Dina D. Strachan, MD

One would have to know more information about your other skin conditions and what was specificaly done during your treatment.  These questions would best be directed to the person who performed your procedures.  Good luck!

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