I did the Cosmelan Peel last month & 2nd peel. After 2nd peel, my upper lip was more had more scaling and was over exfoliated. 2 weeks after the second peel, I went for a 20min walk w/out thinking. My HIP came back (not as severe & skin tanned) -upper lip is my biggest concern. It looks grey.This was 2 wks ago,has since gotten lighter, but it was a problem b4 with my upper lip looking dark like you can see the root of the hair & darkness,I tweezed or threaded.
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Dark skin can be treated with chemical peels followed by a combination of Melarase PM, Melarase AM, and Melapads twice daily. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
Cosmelan is a great treatment. You have to customize the usage of Cosmelan 2 according to your pigmentation. From 6 weeks to 6 months depending on the melasma. Please consult an expert. Best, Dr. Green
Hi Mr.PrabhashThanks for sharing the photographs.Redness 4 days after a cosmelan peel is a very normal condition if it is manageable. It is advisable to start a moisturiser from day 2 for the face which will soothe your skin from inflammation and irritation. Remember , U always have to be ...