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Burn from glycolic peel not neutralizing properly. Will tretinoin and hydroquinone help?

February 22, 2015
Asked By:Esthi face in Denver, CO

I did a chemical peel 50% glycolic and didn't neutralize it completely now there are spots and a significant burn mark on my cheek I've been putting vitamin e oil on it and have tretinoin and hydroquinone to start using once the scabs are healed will this help

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