Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.
I typically avoid hydroquinone in my melasma patients, and put them on non hydroquinone alternatives which can be started immediately after peels. However, if you are going to put a hydroquinone on after a peel I suggest waiting 1-2 weeks till the peel has fully healed and the skin is no longer sensitive. Best, Dr. Emer.
Vipeel chemical peels can cause post treatment redness, itching, dryness, and ironically, hyperpigmentation. Early post-peel care is vital. I would use a curated combination of Covalent peels, fractional laser, and topical creams to treat the skin after a Vipeel. Start with Elevase to help with dryness of the skin. Melarase creams are ideal to combat pigmentation. AM: Melaclenz, Melapads, and Melarase AMPM: Melaclenz, Melapads, and Melarase PMBest, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
This is the result of the peel process healing, the neck takes many days longer than the rest of the body to heal. PIH takes 2-3 weeks to occur typically. At this point, skin care, sun protection, and skin lightening are essential. Please speak to your physician. Best, Dr...
Some people react more than others to peels and it depends on which peel was used. I suggest speaking to a physician if you are concerned, although if your results are good... why worry!!? Best, Dr. Emer.
Most peels do not produce skin tightening. These peels are best for color and some wrinkling, but will give tightening when combined with radiofrequency treatments such as Thermage or Venus Legacy. Best, Dr. Emer.
Generally most people will have peeled and be getting back to normal within 11days. However, I recommend giving yourself a full two to three weeks recovery from a Vi before any big events. You should discuss the peel process and what to expect with your provider to decide if the Vi is the...
This is a contact allergy, i suggest seeing your dermatologist who did the peel and they can give you creams to calmn your skin down. Best, Dr. Emer.
What’s trending? Who’s turning heads? Which TikTok myths need busting? We’ve got you. No fluff, no gatekeeping—just real talk. Get our free, unfiltered newsletter.