I used waxing strips for my face while using a Retinol cream. What I can do to prevent scarring and to treat the inflamed area?

June 13, 2017
Asked By:jpjess in Ontario, CA

There are missing patches of skin on my face and I think I have folliculitus.

Answers (3)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
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June 28, 2017

Answer: Skin erosions after waxing are treatable

Daniel Levy, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
MOST RECENT
June 28, 2017

Answer: Skin erosions after waxing are treatable

Daniel Levy, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 15, 2017

Answer: See a Doctor for aftercare

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 15, 2017

Answer: See a Doctor for aftercare

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 15, 2017

Answer: Waxing strips and retinol cream

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 15, 2017

Answer: Waxing strips and retinol cream

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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