Can I use a Salicylic acid peel or lactic acid peel while breastfeeding? My son is 11 months.

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Joshua L. Fox, MD · Answer

Generally salicylic acid is contraindicated while pregnant and also breastfeeding. Glycolic peels, otherwise known as alpha-hydroxy acid peels are safe however and can be administered to a patient who is breastfeeding.

Kathleen J. Smith, MD · Answer

Alpha hydroxyl acids such as lactic acid and glycolic acid are considered safe when breast feeding. Salicylic acid, particularly the concentrations used for peels in a no no during pregnancy and should not be done while breast feeding.

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