How to treat skin after a Glycolic peel skin burn? (Photo)

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I am a beauty therapist trained in Murad skincare. I performed a Murad rapid exfoliator maximum strength (glycolic peel) on myself and within 3 minutes my cheeks became red and burnt. The rest of my face was fine. I removed it using cold gauzes. My skin was fine with the Regular Strength and I have preformed the Max peel on myself before. I am using ice, aloe Vera and savlon on the burnt areas. How long will it take to heal?

Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB · Answer

Hi, Sorry that you have developed this. Use a good emollient with allantoin which will calm down the irritated skin. Sunscreens with a good spf will protect your skin without developing any complications like PIH. But be sure of what kind of product you are using. Kindly visit a board certified plastic surgeon or a dermatologist. Take care.

How to treat skin after a Glycolic peel skin burn? (Photo)

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