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Are little white bumps after a Glytone 70 peel normal and will they go away?

kikityler14Mar 31, 2017
I just received a Glytone 70 peel yesterday. I was prescribed cetaphil moisturizer in a green tube. She smothered my face in it yesterday and told me to do the same today. But when I woke up this morning I realized my whole t-zone on my face and including my chin was covered in swollen little white bumps. It looks very similar to a rash that I've revived when I got sun poisoning. Is there a way to get rid of these and how?

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Dr. Melvin Elson, MD
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Melvin Elson, MD

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Rather than treating yourself piecemeal, see a dermatologist and get on a regimen that will help. Retinoic acid is a good choice as is glycolic acid but it must be done correctly

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Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB

Hi thanks for your query.It is quiet normal to have mild discoloration ,which will slough off once it heals.Do use only very mild face wash .moisturiser and a broad spectrum sunscreen .However if it still persists do consult your provider and get it addressed immediately .

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