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

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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?

Michael H. Gold, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and for most individuals, what you did would be perfectly fine and normal.Because the microdermabrasion is a more intense exfoliator of your skin, it can make you more sensitive to your “normal” topical routine. If you are using Retin A at this time, perhaps a little less would work, starting again every other night would be fine, and increasing the amount or changing moisturizers might make all of this better. If you have further concerns on what to be doing, connect with your provider to find out what special things they may recommend for you.

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