I hope someone can help me here. I'm so desperate. I did a TCA Peel about a week ago on my legs. I know I'm stupid and I regret it a lot. It started to crack and peel and now I have those red 'lines'. I hope its clear on the photos. In real it looks much worse than on the photos. Why are they there and will they go away? I use some creme for minor burns and things like that. Will never do anything like that again but please I need help. Thank you!!!
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December 13, 2015
Answer: TCA Peels, do not do at home, poor results
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
You need proper skin care by a Specialist. I am sure your local certified dermatologist is well capable of treating this. I place all my medium depth peel patients on antibiotics and anti viral meds, as well as a bland emollient or balm. You must stay out of the sun. You skin should heal with no...
It would be best to see your local dermatologist. If this is not possible as is the case sometimes, continue with extreme gentle skin care - bland fragrance-free wash, sunscreen in the AM, and an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream 2x a day. Elidel and topical NSAIDs are not...
Personally, I would not use 40% TCA on my skin, either at home, nor in my operating suites. Maximal I go to for a general peel is 35%, or even drop down to 30% with Jessner's solution and acetone scrub. I would recommend 8-10% multiple TCA peels, single coat (maximum of two at low low...