My face is red, sore, peeling/flaky and still stings whenever I apply the Cosmelan2 cream or hydra vital cream or sunscreen. Anything at all, even the face wash stings. It's been 3 weeks since the mask, perimeter of my face darker than the insides. Is there anything I can apply on my face to sooth the burning? Thanks. Mimie
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September 25, 2018
Answer: Hyperpigmentation -- Clear+Brilliant/Venus Viva, Chemical Peels, Cosmelan, Salt Facial, Aerolase YAG, Hydroquinone
Hi, Thanks for posting your query with picture here. Cosmelan 2 has agents which causes peeling and that is why your skin is red.You can reduce the quantity of cosmelan 2 cream for a week. You can also use hydra vital moisturiser which will calm down your irritated skin. Follow the instructions ...
Thank you for your question, Microneedling and PRP are great addition to a peel. You can start all of the above mentioned treatments 2 weeks after your peel. I hope this was helpful. Best, Dr. Emer.
The effects of cosmelan 1 you used should have gone away after 12 days, but if you are using cosmelan 2, that may be the cause. Both have the same ingredients just different strength. Revisit the provider that prescribed cosmelan for you.
