After 35% TCA Peel, my skin turned dark brown. Is this normal?

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wilst on holiday the day before my return home i decided to have tca 35% on some sun spot on my face , on few hours after the application my skin turn dark brown i am on my third day and they are still dark brown no swelling or burning but no peeling yet. is it normal? will the brown color desappear? how long will it take. i am a little worried . thanks for your help .stefania from italy

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

The surface skin can often turn brown after a chemical peel. Once the skin peels, the underlying skin will be a normal color. In our office, we recommend application of Melarase creams to help reduce the onset of discoloration of the skin. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A few days after a peel the skin darkens as it is falling off.  it is important to have proper wound care and skin care with sun protection at this point. I suggest speaking to your dermatologist if you are concerned.  Best, Dr. Emer.

After 35% TCA Peel, my skin turned dark brown. Is this normal?

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