Face was already clear but started peeling again after applying Cosmelan 2 one week after Cosmelan 1 treatment. Is this normal?

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as said above, my face cleared up and looked pretty good around 6-8 days after cosmelan 1 but my dermatologist told me to apply cosmelan 2 one week after the initial treatment (to be applied bedtime only on Tu,Th,Sat,Sun since she prescribed differin to be applied the other days). now my face is peeling again (around the chin & nose/smile lines). will it peel for as long as i use cosmelan 2? also, do i avoid putting cosmelan 2 on the peeling/reddish parts of my skin or is it perfectly safe?

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Yes, it is very common to experience more peeling after staring Cosmelan 2 maintenance cream. The perioral area around nose and mouth are areas where we commonly see this happening. I instruct my patients to avoid this areas until irritation is better, normally a couple of days.The patient should actually expect peeling on and off all during the treatment. Remember to listen to your skin if you are excessively irritated you need to rest for a day or two and then resume with your regimen. We keep very close communication with our patients undergoing Cosmelan as every patient will react different to this treatment. Stay in touch with your provider. 
Best of luck, Dr Obaid.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is difficult to answer without pictures. After Cosmelan, I recommend a chemical peel or lasers for long-term improvement. I recommend following up with your cosmetic dermatologist about after care. Best, Dr. Emer

Face was already clear but started peeling again after applying Cosmelan 2 one week after Cosmelan 1 treatment. Is this normal?

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