My inner thighs are very dark! Can I get my natural color back with a chemical peel down there? (Photo)

After a light chemical peel, patients have to avoid the sun for about a week or two. After a medium or deep peel it is best to avoid the sun for about one to three months. This allows fresh new skin to heal properly. 

Thank you for your question.  As long as you aren’t very irritated from the peel you should be ok to use the tinted moisturizer.  I always recommend using mineral makeup powder to hide the discoloration that comes up from the peel. Hope this helps answers your question.

Chemical peels can be very itchy through the peeling process, so while I know it is tempting, please stop picking your face. You can help stop the itching and flaking by adding in a good cosmeceutical regimen containing hyaluronic acid and a good moisturizer. Your provider can make a good...

I cannot provide a formal assessment without seeing you as a patient in my office, or without consistent photographs. In general, these acids are very mild so you should not have experienced significant burns. I suggest scheduling a consultation, and having all treatments, with a...

You can definitely enjoy the day trip. Chemical peels, no matter the depth, will cause some photosensitivity. It is important to protect your skin from UV by using a vitamin C-based antioxidant and a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen that contains both zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Wear a...