This hyperpigmentation is on my upper lip and is bluish-grey in colour. I believe it arose from waxing my upper lip and then going out in strong sunlight approximately 6 months ago. I have never had any pigmentation problems in the past. I have already tried one session of IPL, with no success, perhaps because the pigmentation is not very dark in comparison to the surrounding skin.
Answer: Obagi Blue Peel for Hyperpigmentation
I use the Blue Peel for hyperpigmentation associated with melasma. Patients are advised to use Melarase cream as a prep prior to peeling. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles
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I use the Blue Peel for hyperpigmentation associated with melasma. Patients are advised to use Melarase cream as a prep prior to peeling. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles
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Answer: Obagi peel for hyperpigmentation The Obagi TAC peel is an excellent choice for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation or conditions such as melasma. In preparation for the Blue peel I recommend Melarase AM and Melarase PM to prep the skin. Best.
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March 23, 2015
Answer: Obagi peel for hyperpigmentation The Obagi TAC peel is an excellent choice for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation or conditions such as melasma. In preparation for the Blue peel I recommend Melarase AM and Melarase PM to prep the skin. Best.
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January 24, 2012
Answer: A Blue Peel in itself will not correct Hyperpigmentation
a Blue Peel is an Obagi branded moderate depth TCA peel. The peel does not correct Hyperpigmentation and if done in a skin prone to Hyperpigmentation such as yourself may result in further Hyperpigmentation. A better approach but gradual is to use bleaching creams. Not glamorous but very effective.
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January 24, 2012
Answer: A Blue Peel in itself will not correct Hyperpigmentation
a Blue Peel is an Obagi branded moderate depth TCA peel. The peel does not correct Hyperpigmentation and if done in a skin prone to Hyperpigmentation such as yourself may result in further Hyperpigmentation. A better approach but gradual is to use bleaching creams. Not glamorous but very effective.
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June 24, 2015
Answer: An Obagi Blue Peel is a TCA peel mixed with a dye, or indicator, that shows the depth of the peel. The stronger the concentration of TCA that is used during the Blue Peel, the deeper it will penetrate. Sometimes more than one coat is needed, as well as a series of peels a month or six weeks apart. Prior to proceeding with a Blue Peel, I would recommend getting involved with a good skin care regimen in order to maximize the health of the skin or “turbo charge it” so that the skin should be able to heel very quickly after a Blue Peel. At the time of your consultation with the plastic surgeon, it is important that you discuss what your goal is for the Blue Peel so they can decide the appropriate level and number of coats that would be needed.
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June 24, 2015
Answer: An Obagi Blue Peel is a TCA peel mixed with a dye, or indicator, that shows the depth of the peel. The stronger the concentration of TCA that is used during the Blue Peel, the deeper it will penetrate. Sometimes more than one coat is needed, as well as a series of peels a month or six weeks apart. Prior to proceeding with a Blue Peel, I would recommend getting involved with a good skin care regimen in order to maximize the health of the skin or “turbo charge it” so that the skin should be able to heel very quickly after a Blue Peel. At the time of your consultation with the plastic surgeon, it is important that you discuss what your goal is for the Blue Peel so they can decide the appropriate level and number of coats that would be needed.
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March 10, 2012
Answer: Obagi Blue Peel and lip hyperpigmentation
I would not suggest an Obagi Blue Peel for your situation of lip hyperpigmentation. The likelihood that this treatment will improve the hyperpigmentation is low and there is a chance that it could make the situation worse. I agree with my colleagues, topical bleaching creams including tretinoin and hydroquinone would be the safest and best option. We also use the Obagi Nu-derm System, which incorporates the above medications, and have found that it works reasonably well for your situation.
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March 10, 2012
Answer: Obagi Blue Peel and lip hyperpigmentation
I would not suggest an Obagi Blue Peel for your situation of lip hyperpigmentation. The likelihood that this treatment will improve the hyperpigmentation is low and there is a chance that it could make the situation worse. I agree with my colleagues, topical bleaching creams including tretinoin and hydroquinone would be the safest and best option. We also use the Obagi Nu-derm System, which incorporates the above medications, and have found that it works reasonably well for your situation.
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