I got the peel on saturday. For after care, i was told to use aquaphor instead of the post peel protectant and sunscreen. My face doesn't feel dry. Only slight peeling in my temple area on right side of my face. I have significant acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. I have dark skin of african descent. I paid $400 for the peel and am worried i wasted my money. I've seen so many youtube videos of the peeling process my peeling looks so mild. Should i which to the post peel protectant instead of aquaphor.
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September 8, 2018
Answer: Although it is tempting to "help" the skin off you really need to allow the skin to come off naturally
Hi. Yes, you may wash off the peel early. If possible only wash the area around your eye and keep the rest of the peel on for the amount of time the provider recommended. Be very careful when washing the peel as you do not want it to get into your eye. In our practice we steer clear from placing...
It looks to me like the peel is pulling the pigment up. This is normal, in most cases. It can take as long as 2 weeks to peel off. DO NOT pick at it or rush the peeling process as you could whined up making it worse. Keep the area moist and covered with SPF and be patient. Things should start ...