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I would cease all prescription topical creams now that you know you are pregnant, unless they are specifically recommended by a knowledgeable physician. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles
Thank you for your question. Fortunately, you stopped it as soon as you found out. It's a topical medication so there is very little to no systemic absorption. The risk of a birth defect is minimal to none. I would recommend continuing a healthy lifestyle and follow-up with your MD as scheduled. I hope this helps.
I would not use any topical creams without a discussion with your OB. I certainly would not use hydroquinone or any such prescription product.
We do not recommend patients to use this system during pregnancy, due to the hydroquinone. At least you are in a very early stage of pregnancy, but I would talk to my OBGYN about my concerns. Best of luck with your pregnancy.
The stronger the concentration of TCA that is used during the Blue Peel, the deeper it will penetrate. Sometimes more than one coat is needed, as well as a series of peels a month or six weeks apart. Prior to proceeding with a Blue Peel, I would recommend getting involved with a good skin care...
I use the Melarase AM and Melarase PM protocol for my patients with PIH and hyperpigmentation that is either hormonal or sun related. Patients who need deeper penetration can add the RR Retinoid Repair creams to enhance action. Surgery90210
There are different protocols for either method. Some perform facial fillers at the same setting as the Obagi Blue peel.I perform them on different visits, spaced at least 3 days apart.
Rosacea has many causes. The deeper Blue Peels may actually exacerbate the redness associated with Rosacea, as will many laser and chemical peel treatments. In rosacea patients, I combine peels with pulsed dye laser afterwards. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles
It is best to post a picture to see how this eye vein can be treated. Meanwhile, take a hiatus and give your skin a chance to heal. I agree with the Opti-Ceramide Cream Elevase. H Karamanoukian MD FACS
I don't recommend any treatments in patients who have low WBC counts that compromise the integrity of the skin barrier. I would get clearance from an immunologist before you seek such treatments.
