Hi I did a 50 percent chemical peel on my leg and it burned and I washed it off its been 5 days and I ripped of the dead skin the problem is I can't even walk because I'm in so much pain like my foot feels like it's cramping and my skin in red and clear liquid is coming out and it's red and kinda bleeding what did I do??? I'm so scared!! And it's super itchy and scratching it makes it worse! Should i go to the emergency room I can't walk it's to painful
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July 1, 2013
Answer: Chemical peel burns and Melarase cream for discoloration
A glycolic acid peel is an epidermal peel and should not cause any damage. It is possible that your epidemis was exfoliated due to the dermaplaning and that the peel went a bit deep in some areas. At this point you should carefully wash your face with a non-detergent based soap and apply a...
There are many different types of peels offered for patients trying to improve the appearance of their skin. The multitude of options can be quite confusing. To try and answer your question, a Jessner's peel can be safely performed by an aesthetician. A given % grade peel...
Sorry to hear about this experience! As mentioned, Hispanics, Asians and African Americans do have a greater risks of Hyperpigmentation and doing further treatment should be done with caution. Bleaching agents and Retin A cream is helpful along with Impact-Infusion for Melasma,...
