Post inflammatory hypopigmentation after TCA peel 9 months ago. Is it permanent? (Photo)

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So it burned me and I now have a light pink scar or hypopigmentation across Entire forehead.it has not improved in the 9 months.will the colour ever come back or am I stuck like this for life?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hypopigmentation is very difficult to treat, but possible.  I would suggest some light chemical peels, directed fractional laser, and topical skincare to help even out the color and texture. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This appears to have permanent hypopigmentation.  I have improved this with fractional lasers like fraxel very low dose or clear + brilliant and microneedling.  This is a very delicate situation, you should consider seeing a laser and scarring expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

Treatment of burn scars after TCA , and pigmentation changes will take a long time to treat. and may require more peels and or lasers to improve. Applying a potent acid is not like applying makeup. It requires great expertise and the learning curve is steep even for plastic surgeons and dermatologists.

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