I did a 80% TCA peel, did I burn myself? (photos)

Question

I did a 80% tca peel, I was trying to get rid of my stretch marks, will this dark mark go away or is it burnt? What should I do? This photo is the second day.

Usman Qureshi, MD · Answer

You have developed post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. You should seek help from a medical professional and will need a few different creams to help resolve this.

Ray Bayati, MD · Answer

HelloI agree. it seems burns and secondary hyperpigmentation. These days we have various methods to tackle concerns and issues. TCA 80% is not recommended for everyone.See your physician and he/ she will provide you with the protocol for you to follow.Best

Tonya Boudreaux, MD · Answer

Yes, it appears that you have post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I would recommend following up with a medical professional to correct the area. Do not try to correct the area at home.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

To formalise some terms- yes, this will result in PIH however at day TWO post peel, the enzymatic effect of TCA peel will result in some pigmentation. PIH as the name suggest is post inflammatory. In this case, inflammation is present histologically but not in the time frame to call this PIH. The argument is mute as you will have at least a 95% chance that PIH will result. Additionally there is marked 'spill over' of the acid. Scarring is an ever present danger in the short to medium term. Please see a specialist to reduce or possibly prevent scars. PIH may resolve in 12- 18 months. Take care, Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane. AU

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I did a 80% TCA peel, did I burn myself? (photos)

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