How long should I wait to do a chemical peel after having microneedling with PRP?

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What is the recommended wait period after doing PRP microneedling before someone can do a chemical peel (ex SkinMedica Vitalize/Rejuvenize Peel)?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

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David Hansen, MD · Answer

Peels are great to be done in conjunction with microneedling with prp and can be done just 2 weeks apart.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

I would recommend waiting atleast 2-4 weeks prior to having the chemical peel to give the skin time to completely heal from the microneedling treatment. The Vitalize Peel by SkinMedica is a great peel.

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