Rough dark flaky patches 1 week after Mandelic peel is this normal? (photos)

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Got a Mandelic peel a week and a bit ago , I started peeling about 2 days after the peel for couple days, the peeling started to stop then this happened I did use a toner about 2nights before it appeared could that have caused it , is it burns or still part of the healing process?

Lichun (Li) Huo, MD · Answer

Hello!  I believe that you're still in the healing phase.  However, it's always difficult to say for sure with just pictures.  What was in that toner?  You should be avoiding all forms of retinol and products containing glycolic, alpha and beta hydroxy acids, salicylic acid when you're recovering from a peel.  Continue to keep your face well moisturized with a boring & smoothing moisturizer, and use a sunscreen.  
Most importantly, seek out the professional who did your peel to have them take a look at your skin.

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