TCA Peel - Why do I Have Facial Redness?

TCA peels should NOT be done at home.  The Glycolic peels also should not be done at home.  With the Internet and patients looking for "deals", we see a ton more of bad side effects when these peels are used by untrained professionals.  There are many reasons for your persistent redness and I urge you to seek a board certified dermatologist to examine you and help you out ASAP.

TCA peels should only be performed by a physician in an office setting and not at home. Typically we use TCA in concentrations ranging from 20-35%. In those concentrations redness afterwards is not uncommon. It works excellent for discolorations on the face.

 Redness after a chemical peel is normal.  You have insulted and injured your skin and as a result it is trying to heal.  It usually takes a month to 9 months for the redness to disappear.  In the mean time, leave your skin alone and help it repair itself.  Avoid direct sunlight,  add baby oil (which will replenish the skin oils and remove and flakey skin.   You do not need further peels and please consult a trained professional i.e. dermatologist or plastic surgeon for follow up.