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Day 5 after a Vi Peel - face is extremely red.

carseycJul 29, 2017
I am on day 5 post a VI Precision Peel and I literally only walked out to the mailbox and back inside and my face became extremely red. I had on the SPF 30 that came in post peel kit. Will this cause permanent damage to my face and neck?

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Ronald D. Blatt, MD, FACOG

Thank you for your question. no, once you start peeling it is not advised to use to the post peel towelettes. start using the post peel cream and SPF as directed.

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Ronald D. Blatt, MD, FACOG

Thank you for your question. yes the towelettes should be saturated (with Vitamin A and Vitamin C). if they are dry, the packaging was probably compromised. have your providers replace them for you asap as all of the towelettes should be used within the first 48 hours.

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