Hello! I used 85% TCA cross method at home and my face got burned. Also I see the scar on my face got deeper. My concern is the TCA going to make my scars bigger and deeper?. I already went to the ER yesterday because my face got inflamme from the procedure. Please I can’t wait to get your honest answers for my case, because I have anxiety form this Chemical Burn.
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Thank you for your question. Chemical peels are just one way to address early signs of aging and may or may not be the best choice for you. I advise you to schedule an in-person assessment with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist with extensive experience in a variety of anti-aging...
Time and sunscreen will suffice - this should fade within 12-18 months. You can add Tyrosinase inhibitors and lasers, but the time frame is still 6-14 months with optimal therapy. Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. Australia.
Best not to undertake another peel for 2 weeks. TCA peels are highly variable with endpoints that are dependent on factors such as application technique as well as the vehicle peels are in. Most dermatologist will not attempt to peel a patient with 25% TCA unless they have had extensive...
