1 Day Post Glycolic Peel: Is it Normal to Have Red Spots and Tingling?

Mild irritation is not uncommon after a glycolic acid peel. Apply a rich moisturizer with sunscreen during the day. Use a plain moisturuzer at night. Sometimes hydrocortisone 1% ointment helps. Discuss your symptoms with the person who performed the peel.

It is normal to have some redness lasting a few days on your cheeks after a glycolic acid peel.  Use a gentle cleanser with lukewarm water and a moisturizer.  Use a sunscreen with SPF 50+ and a hat.  Avoid the sun for at least 2 weeks to prevent darkening of your skin.

Peel depth is determined by several factors, including type and percentage of acid, patient skin type and thickness, and pre-treatment with exfoliating medications. Thick skin and increased sebum production will impede penetration of a peel solution. also, skin with an impaired barrier function may experience accelerated depth of penetration. Your experience so far sounds like a normal reaction for a slightly deeper peel. However, if you are still worried you should contact your physician for a follow up and hopefully, for reassurance.