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Glycolic peel 30% dark brown, burn spots. Can I go out with sunscreen? (Photos)

Akanksha_5600Dec 22, 2017
I did a glycolic peel 30 % at home and left it for 5 mins and had sheer itching after washing. I neutralized my face and applied ice to it for the skin bumps to soothe down. In the morning there was no swelling but I had some small brown spots like burns all over my face. There is not much burning sensation.I am not sure what to do next to prevent leaving marks on my face. Also i have a trip planned for day after tomorrow. can i apply makeup to hide these spots?

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Dr. Lichun (Li) Huo, MD
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Glycolic peels will help lift some pigmentation from the effected areas but are not strong enough to unplug the follicles. I would suggest having a light microdermabrasion followed by a Salicylic peel which is a kerolytic. You can have these treatments done 3-4 weeks apart for best results.

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This is not at all unusual and should heal well. for the time being allow water to run over your face in the shower and apply plain Vaseline after and be sure not to pick at it

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