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Full Face Milia After Vi Peel 2 Weeks Ago, Can They Be Removed by a Dermatologist or Esthetician? (photo)

Zaria7Feb 24, 2013
I had a VI Peel performed 2 weeks ago. Now I have a full face of what looks to be white heads (milia), is this a normal reaction? Is there a way to balance the pH in my skin? Can they be removed?

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Dr. Carlo Honrado, MD, FACS
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Answered on Apr 9, 2013
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Dr. Channing R. Barnett, MD
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Answered on Mar 17, 2013
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Carlo Honrado, MD, FACS

Red bumps are not usually normal following a peel, I would contact your dermatologist or plastic surgeon that preformed the peel and request an appointment for him to see the reaction.

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