I have Rosacea and adult acne with sensitive, oily skin and blackheads. I am on 100mg minocycline OD plus 10% sulfacetamide lotion twice daily application. My face has totally cleared up. But it looks dull. Can I do a chemical peel while on minocycline? Will it increase the chances of PIH or should I be afraid of delayed healing? In the past when my Rosacea and acne were under control, I had very good results with TCA peels. But I have never used a peel while on antibiotics. Thanks!
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Answer: It’s better to stop topical sulphacetamide two days prior to the peel
It is not abnormal to experience rough skin 5 days after a peel. I have seen minor symptoms continue for up to 2 weeks on particular areas of the body. Sometimes patients get a "second round" of peeling, and it shouldn't be a problem. It won't hurt to put some 1% hydrocortisone cream on it, and...
Hey there,Skin over the chest area when compared to other body areas is more delicate and vulnerable to ageing, sun exposure. This is because of less number of oil secreting sebaceous glands there.
A series of glycolic peels, with prior conditioning of the skin with vitamin A and C topical...
I would absolutely consult your treating physician immediately since this appears to be an infection from the photo and needs treatment right away. Please keep us posted. Best, Dr. Green