What to do after a chemical peel that has gone wrong? (Photo)

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Not sure how I worded my question, but I did a chemical peel and it was 30% instead of 15%. Salycilic acid peel. I tested what I thought was a small amount, but it did major damage.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

At this point, moisturize your skin with a ceramide based moisturizer (in our office - Elevase Moisture Booster) and begin a skin lightening cream to help reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience in lasers and peels to get you on wound healing/skin care at this time.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

The people who market these peels do not care about you.  You are only going to get in trouble doing this.  Expertise is very helpful.  I recommend seeing a board certified dermatologist who will help you with this tissue.  It is improbable that you will have a long term issue but you need care now.

Inessa Fishman, MD · Answer

Your best next step is to schedule a visit with a dermatologist for evaluation and urgent care.  Generally, newly peeled skin must be delicately and regularly cleansed and kept moist with a gentle emollient such as Vaseline or Aquaphor.  You must avoid picking and touching the newly peeled skin, no matter how tempting it is to peel off the old skin or satisfy an itch.  Given your darker skin color, you are at higher risk for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, or darkening of the skin; seek out a dermatologist's expertise in both immediate and long-term care.  Good luck, and please avoid home peels in the future.

Fredric Haberman, DO · Answer

I reviewed your question and must say what I think about people doing home peels. Your skin is dark and you should consult with a dermatologist now and before you do any home peels. The darker the skin the greater chance of getting post imflammatory hyperpigmentation. A dermatologist canlook at your skin and prescribe a bleaching preparation and tell you what else you can do to care for your skin

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

This can help you ASAP. Sal acid at 30% USUALLY is not too bad, as it is self neutralising. You should recover nicely with some help. IMHO if you are not trained to handle S/E you should not be conducting the peel in the first place. I do think that upto 18% is a safe percentage - having said that we had to deal with a burn from this concentration just last week. Between now and when you get help-1. Avoid irritants, clean with simple products2. Prevent infection3. Prevent PIH or skin colour changes4. Consider silicone sheeting or gels.See someone qualified.RegardsDr Davin Lim Laser Dermatologist

What to do after a chemical peel that has gone wrong? (Photo)

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