I did it a week ago, and back in 2008 I had one done and I remember the dermatologist did it very frequently with me, and I only had 3 sessions done and it let my face like porcelain, clear from age spots and sun damage. I loved it so much that i decided to research and found out I can do it myself. I tried it again this year at 15% and the results after 7 days are amazing. When can I perform another TCA?
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May 31, 2015
Answer: TCA peels at 4 week intervals in addition to Melapads
TCA peels can be very beneficial for the skin. We can perform TCA peels in the office at a 4 week interval to reduce fine wrinkles, pigmentation, and improve skin quality. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Once the skin has epithelialized, it is ok to use an exfoliating cream. In our office, we advise patients to begin Melarase creams (Melarase AM and Melarase PM) to help reduce pigmentation after a chemical peel. Best, DR. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
TCA CROSS, which typically utilizes 100 percent TCA, can improve ice pick scars, as well as deep, wide pores. The strong acid wounds the inside walls of the ice pick scar or dilated pore, allowing the contraction of wound healing to pull the walls together--ultimately tightening the treated...
