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After microdermabrasion and Retin A my skin is red and flaky. What can I do?

HmcmcdFeb 15, 2015
I had 2 microdermabrasions (one week apart) and then 48hrs after the last one, I used my retin a. The woman who did the microdermabrasion said I could and that it would be like getting a peel. Today my skin is flaking off everywhere and feels super dry and red. I tried using my philosophy "miracle" moisturizer but it stung and seemed to make my face more red! What can I do to heal my face?

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Dr. Michael H. Gold, MD
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Answered on Feb 23, 2015
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Monika Soni, MD

Thank you for your question! Lasting effects are dependent on proper skin care.  Additional treatments will renew your youthful appearance.  A series of six treatments over a few months is recommended for best results, followed by regular maintenance treatments. Best of luck!

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Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC

Lower arm skin "weakness" is typically related to thinned skin from chronic sun damage. Also, if you are on blood-thinners such as aspirin, you are also more prone to have bruising here. I doubt microdermabrasion will be of much benefit. Retinol or retin-A based creams are a great starting point...

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Beverly Johnson, MD (retired)

If you want to improve the quality of your skin, I would tell you to get some good skin care routine recommended by a skin expert, your dermatologist. Microdermabrasion really isn't going to do that for you. Hope this helps!

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