Is Clobetasol something that is typically prescribed for chemical burns from a facial?

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I got a facial 48 hrs ago at a spa. The serum used was glycolic acid, lactic acid and salicylic acid and was supposed to be a routine, gentle facial. I ended up with chemical burns and went to see a NP at a derm office. I was prescribed Mupirocin and Clobetasol creams to use BID and have been applying Aquaphor in between. My sister is an MD and is concerned about the use of Clobetasol on my face on burned skin.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

These acids generally are mild. They should not burn you. I would recommend reporting this "spa" to the State Medical board as this may represent the unauthorized practice of medicine. Mupircin is an antibiotic ointment that is used on infected skin. If your skin is only mildly burned it may not be necessary. Clobetasol is a very powerful steroid that can atrophy skin is used chronically. It can interrupt impending subdermal scaring. On the other hand if your burns are mild, this type of scaring is unlikely. Again, this is a condition that cannot be micromanaged on this forum. The prescribe treatment may be more than necessary or it may be appropriate. How about seeing a dermatologist who actually sees you?

William Groff, DO · Answer

I cannot provide a formal assessment without seeing you as a patient in my office, or without consistent photographs.  In general, these acids are very mild so you should not have experienced significant burns.  I suggest scheduling a consultation, and having all treatments, with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist who can provide a formal assessment and evaluate the use of the recommended prescriptions.  In my practice we have over 45 lasers that we use in combination with other treatment modalities to customize treatment plans for the unique needs of all of our patients.

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