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How often can I use vitamin c serum and retinol in conjunction with glycolic acid peel (used weekly)?

mjyama
I used a 15% glycolic acid peel last night and let it sit for 15 min before applying a 20% vitamin c serum with hyaluronic acid and finished with a moisturizer. I woke up with a very red and puffy face. I also just started using a 1% retinol last week (used it 2 nights ago). I do the peel once a week and never have had an issue in the past. This is the first time I’ve used with the other products listed. Wondering what combo caused the irritation. Any advice is greatly appreciated!

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Dr. Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD
Answered on Feb 22, 2021
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