TCA 15% burn? Hyperpigmentation? Normal? What's happening on my face? (photo)

December 29, 2016
Asked By:o.a.martin in Flagstaff, AZ

I have myself a 15% TCA peel and I noticed the skin under my lips is a darker more pink color then the rest of my skin. I'm still healing from it so I wasn't sure if what I'm experiencing is normal or not... Did I burn myself, or is this normal? This is day 3 after the peel.

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January 1, 2017

Answer: Melarase creams and Melapads to maintain chemical peel results

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December 30, 2016

Answer: TCA PEEL Safety--See a cosmetic dermatologist for after care

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December 30, 2016

Answer: TCA PEEL Safety--See a cosmetic dermatologist for after care

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