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I have black scabs from 30% percent glycolic peel & microderm. Any suggestions?

jean09Nov 24, 2014
I am a dark skin woman who has black scabs from glycolic peel and microderm treatment on my cheek. I was told to use aloe and keep it moisturized also stay away from sunlight. I also was told an enzyme mask or microderm with very low suction would help get rid of the scabs is this true? And I should add a week before this treatment I had a 20% salicylic which I did fine with. I am also worried about hypopigmentation . Thanks

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Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS

Yes, you should see a dermatologist and soon in order to minimize or prevent scarring and hyperpigmentation.

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Jason Emer, MD

I am so sorry this happened to you.  My suggestion is you see a cosmetic dermatologist immediately to get proper post procedural wound care to prevent scarring and skin pigmentation.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Rather than a chemical peel, you may want to use a milder daily peel such as Melapads, which contain glycolic and salicylic acid in addition to kojic acid. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian 

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Our office specializes in chemical peels to help treat body discoloration. A combination of a Melapeel + topical skincare including Melarase creams can help improve skin quality and tone in your armpits. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

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Sheryl D. Clark, MD, FAAD

30% glycolic acid is very mild (I don't oerform anything less than 70% in my practice). But it may have exfoliated your skin somewhat, so that the horny layer will not be able to protect you as well from the harmful effects of sunlight.  This effect can persist for 6 weeks or more.For my...

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Sheryl D. Clark, MD, FAAD

Please do NOT mix this with anything and apply to your face. It appears you have obtained pharmaceutical grade glycolic acid meant to be formulated into a peeling solution by a pharmacist or chemist.  People who are able to do this have studied for many years and have years of experience to...

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