I want to do a peel but i can't choose between the two. The office I go to only has VI peel so I would have to find another one to do a TCA peel. Is one better than the other? Should I have one before the other. I wanted to get two peels so I thought I could get one of each or is it better to stick to the same kind? Wanting to treat, Fine lines starting to form around mouth, hyperpigmentation, Skin texture
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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...
CROSS or preferably paint is my choice in the context of your scars. Diluted TCA due the broader base, together with conservative Co2 to the walls of the scars. 3-4 sessions followed by ablative laser and lastly picosecond lasers will improve things by 80-95%. Time line of 8 months with your...