Is this normal? Am I having a bad reaction to micropeel or dermaplane? (Photo)

June 7, 2015
Asked By:KokomoDianne in North Carolina, NC

I'd never had a facial until 5days ago. The very reputable aesthetician noted the apples of my cheeks appeared sensitive, so she did a very mild micro peel (something about oxygenation?). She also did dermaplaning (Id never heard of this before). It all felt AMAZING. My skin looked & felt beautiful for like 3days.. Day 4, my cheeks from nose to jaw developed this red, rough rash-like thing. IS THIS NORMAL? (Late 20s, Half Arab/Half Irish, medium skin w/ some freckles. No history of acne)

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November 1, 2020

Answer: Skip the facial, try microneedling. And your irritation will pass, just moisturize and wear SPF

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Sheila S. Nazarian, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 1, 2020

Answer: Skip the facial, try microneedling. And your irritation will pass, just moisturize and wear SPF

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Sheila S. Nazarian, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 20, 2016

Answer: Irritated facial

February 20, 2016

Answer: Irritated facial

December 21, 2015

Answer: Reaction after facial

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December 21, 2015

Answer: Reaction after facial

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