Had facial TCA chemical peel 3 days ago. Should I moisturize my peeling skin?

February 23, 2014
Asked By:babst

MY SKIN IS PEELING, CRACKING AND VERY RED. MY DOC RECOMMENDS NO MOISTURIZER, LOTIONS BECAUSE IT WILL SLOW DOWN THE HEALING PROCESS . ALL I HAVE READ SAYS TO MOISTURIZE, VERY CONFUSED, AY ADVISE?

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February 26, 2014

Answer: Moisture after TCA peel

February 26, 2014

Answer: Moisture after TCA peel

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