Are any chemical peels effective at treating eczema on the back? (Photos)

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My eczema is so bad and the dry skin clogs pores and causes acne. I’ve had prescription ointments that do not help, and only steroid shots do but only temporarily. There’s a med spa that does back/chest facials with chemical peels but my research is giving mixed answers about chemical peels and eczema. I desperately want to have somewhat normal skin before my beach trip this Spring. Thanks!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Vbeam laser is an excellent modality for patients who have rosacea, blushing of the skin, facial and body telangiectasia, spider veins, redness, post surgical redness, and skin flushing. It is a safe procedure that can be used at varying depths to help treat micro blood vessels in the skin. We also use it in our office for facial skin inflammation, keloids, and hypertrophic scarring. It is an important part of scar therapy. Vbeam can be combined with chemical peels and other lasers, but experience with the treatment is essential. The Vbeam laser does not affect deeper tissue. Schedule a consultation with an expert in Vbeam and you will find it to be an excellent modality for many skin types. 
 
Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Dear NewPort,Thank you for your inquiry.Excema is a lifelong issue.Steroid creams for excema topically, good hydration (non oily) that doesn’t clog the pores and a oral antibiotic for clogged acne may be a good start.You’ll need a good provider whom you can see frequently to help with flares.Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa

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