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Peeling earlier than expected from VI Peel. Should I still use the remaining post peel towelettes?

blisteredfateJul 10, 2017
Just before I went to bed on the 2nd night, I got my face cleansed and ready to apply the last post peel towelette (retinoic acid & vit c) when I noticed big sheets of skin coming off when I was patting my face with a towel to dry up. Should I still use the last towelette or stop and just continue to moisturize and protect with a sunscreen. I don't want to mess up the peeling cycle by applying the last towelette on new skin. Please advice!

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