I am 59 and have fair skin. I've had 4 basal cell carcinomas removed with Mohs surgery (none within the last 5 years). I wear sunscreen every day. I have areas of hyperpigmentation on my cheeks. Also, I have broken capillaries in both cheeks. Would a peel, like the Obagi blue peel be an option to address my skintone issues? Or is there another treatment that would be better?
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Thank you for your question. A chemical peel is one of the easiest ways to improve the appearance of the skin. The peel will leave the skin looking smoother and younger because it takes off the damaged top layers of the skin. Always consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon and...
I would recommend waiting at least a week or to when your skin is back to normal before exfoliating. After care instructions should be given to you after a peel which are an essential part of your treatment. Please consult an expert in chemical peels. Best, Dr. Green
I would recommend doing the peels and microneedling separate for several reasons. Microneedling opens up channels into the dermis of the skin. This can introduce the peel into a much deeper layer than what it is intended for and result in more pain and lower downtime. Also, although it is ...