Are TCA peel for fine crows feet and nasolabial folds?

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I have some premature, very fine, crow’s feet and nasobial folds! I’m only 20 years old and would like to know if a tca peel can be used for these concerns? If so, what kind of results should I expect?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest a combination approach. Please see a cosmetic dermatologist who can get you on the appropriate skin care and cosmetic treatment plan to start preventing wrinkles now.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Nelson Lee Novick, MD · Answer

One of my daughters-in-law was about twenty when I first started treating her early crow's feet with Botox injections (actually Dysport, another related wrinkle relaxer). Early smile line formation (laugh lines) can respond well to injection of Restylane Lyft (which I would use in my Upper East Side Manhattan office) or Hyaluronica 2, my preference in my Israel satellite office where a far greater number of regulatory agency approved fillers are available). There is a growing body of evidence that early intervention with wrinkle relaxers and fillers may not only forestall further deterioration with time, but over a lifetime may actually result in the fewer treatments and lesser amounts of them over a lifetime.TCA peels, especially in the 10-25% concentrations typically used for minor problems, are best reserved for improving tone and texture problems.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

At your age I would start with simple ABCs of skin care- namely vitamin A (Retin A, retinoid), Vitamin B and C as an antioxidant. Gentle laser like PIcosure Focus or 1064 yag can help, .... TCA? I would only use 8-10% to the crows feet. TCA at this strength will not help with your nasolabial folds. Consider fillers such as Restylane or Juvderm. In summary- combination treatments at your age for the best result. Dr Davin Lim

George Commons, MD (retired) · Answer

I would probably recommend  some Retin A for one so young.    There are many silly do nothing peels out there so if you seek you will find.   Don't waste your money on weak silly do nothing peels.   A TCA peel does do good things and can diminish fine lines and even deeper lines at stronger doses.   I still think a Retin A course would be best.  See a dermatologist in your area.  And remember do not waste you hard earned cash on do nothing procedures of which there are many.   My Best,  Dr Commons

Are TCA peel for fine crows feet and nasolabial folds?

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Answer: Fine lines at age 20

Answer: Fine lines at age 20

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Are TCA peel for fine crows feet and nasolabial folds?

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