I'm slated to have a fat transfer to my face, harvesting fat from my thighs. I was wondering if I could have a chemical peel, microdermabrasion, or other skin treatment to my face prior to my fat transfer? Not immediately prior, but perhaps a month prior?
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September 21, 2018
Answer: Can I get a chemical peel before having fat transferred to my face?
Thank you for your question! There are many different types of peels and a similar quantity of different post treatment instructions. It will be important to follow your provider's treatment protocol to hopefully wind up with the results that you want. Best of luck!
Hello and thank you for your question. It appears you have some mild PIH ( Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation ) which usually improves over time. Using a prescription skin-lightening cream along with retinol will help lift the pigment at a faster rate. Use of a SPF30 or greater sunscreen is a...
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