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100% TCA Peel at Home

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I don't recommend this to anyone! It was a VERY...

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I don't recommend this to anyone! It was a VERY painful experience. I was off work for 2 weeks and had a horrible time! The swelling was so severe my eyes were swollen all but shut for 6 days! I was afraid to go out in public.

I did a 100% TCA peel at home 4 weeks ago. The usual swelling pain was experienced, but now I still have a LOT of redness. Any one know how long it will take for this redness to disappear?

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September 23, 2009
It's no wonder it was a horrible experience, it's obvious that you used a solution that was to strong. With the right solution, and the right prep, skin test and application, you would have been more than satisfied with the results.
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September 23, 2009
Do you know how long the red should last?
October 9, 2011
a 100%? Your skin is burned!
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July 16, 2012
You should never used 100% solutions. Only Doctors can apply the highest
percentage. For face, if you are beginner, use at least not more than 12%
TCA. For body, use at least not more than 25%. Apply Hydrocortizone creams,
wear sun blocks with high SPF's and drink lots of water.
March 12, 2013
How long did the red last?
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December 4, 2014
Please if you find something that helps with the redness let me know!! I did a 40% tca peel spot treatment at home and the spots are still very red a week later :( I'm scarred and even tho I feel like it did help some I can't see pass all the redness on my skin it's made me feel much worse about my skin then I did before!!
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December 4, 2014
I used triple antibiotic Neosporin. I did not wash my face...I used cool water splashes with a soft face cloth to just set against my face...NO movement with the cloth. Do NOT pick the scabbing..... I healed pretty well...slight scarring...very lucky!
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December 5, 2014
How long did it take the for the redness to subside?
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December 5, 2014
A couple of weeks...don't rush it! Cool water and taking care of it will help. Mind you I used 100% TCA Acid.....so it was a longer recovery
September 30, 2009
why did you go with 100% tca instead of starting with a lower dose? I used a 12.5% 2 months ago and again yesterday a 2 layer 12.5%, I had, and am having, a great result. I would never do 100% at home. Peels can be done at home if done properly and with cautious and patience. You can't expect to get perfect skin over night with one treatment. It takes time and starting with a low percentage is the only way to go.
October 2, 2009

omg... you should never use 100% they dont even use that at the doctors office. anything over 30% is used on the body you should do a patch test always. this is why you need to see an esthetician or doctor people who know what they are doing. people just dont realize how strong peels are and they sure dont no what percent to put on there face. just because the ad looks good does not mean it is good for your type of skin and not only that you are getting it from the internet so how sure are you about what your buying. it looks like you need to go see a doctor right away and get some emu oil.

August 7, 2010
Hi i whant to use the TCA peels i use glycolic and is very good but i have clients needs strongest peels can you repply me to my email i live in tampa.
December 3, 2010
There are several different other chemical peels that you can use. TCA is in the Mid to Deep chemical peel. Glycolic peel is a very light peel and it only helps balance out your complexion to obtain an all around even skin tone.

If you want the STRONG stuff, search the internet for this chemical called: "Phenol Acid", it is also called "carbolic acid" in the scientific community. This stuff is so strong that it takes months to heal and doctors will have to measure your heart-rate along with putting you in anesthesia.

After some general research, I would say that phenol acid peel is just not worth the risk. The chemical metabolize into your lungs and passes through your kidney. It's just not worth it. It's a good read though...
October 2, 2009

if anyone has a question about peels please email me i am an esthetician.

January 2, 2012
To whomever it may concern,

I have used the 100% TCA peel on my stomach region as well as to treat a Keloid on my chest. I did not dilute it as recommended, and I am now experiencing brown dark discolouration because I have burnt my skin. I am currently using ScarAway Silicone sheets for 1 month now, and it has lightened the scars to a certain level. But the darkness still remains and is very obvious. can you please inform me what else I can use to speed up the process? I am a model and have lost many assignments due to this problem.

Thanks

Priya
January 12, 2012
Emu, argan & sandlewood oils may be helpful...sunblock totally in that area. LED treatments may also aid in helping to lighten the staining & scarring. Such trauma to the skin often takes up to a year to fade. If all else fails please consult a cosmetic surgeon
January 13, 2012

Hi GG101,
I have mild acne scarring with discoloration (not as deep as icepick, but mild indentation). I have used a TCA 15% peel and seen little improvement. How many peels should I expect to do before I see great results?Thanks so much (its in spots, not all over face).

January 27, 2012
You have most likely permanently scarred yourself. It is very foolish to use 100% TCA neat on skin, dermatologists don't even use this. It must be diluted to about 25% using 1 part TCA+1 part water. Go to a dermatologist now and see if they can help you.
February 23, 2012
I had a tca peel on feb 21 and the lady that did it gave me some kind of gel and ointment and told me to splash my fast as often as i can and put the 2 things on after, when I called to ask something the other lady said not to put anything on my face and she didn't know why the other lady told me that. What should I be doing? Thanks Jona
August 31, 2012

Hi, my name is farah, and i did a 30% TCA+ jessners peel at home. i put on too many layers and let it frost too much on my cheeks. my forehead and chin are ok. basically, i made it too deep. i have olive to dark skin and i'm on my fourth day of peeling. i'm trying to let it go very slow because the new skin that i am seeing on my cheeks are pink. not white tho, but it looks like that there is no more pigmentation. it's just pink. i have been moisturizing alot! i am using in olive oil, vanicream moisturizer, and a serum that is supposed to restore skin, called Mebo skin restore, and i put on layers of manuka honey on my pink areas to keep it covered and help the healing process. i know it's still early but i am SO afraid of permanent hypo-pigmentation. i read the ginger root can help even out the skin and help melanin come back to those areas. please tell me how severe my situation is, how long could it take to be normal again, what can do, what can i use to get my coloring back on these pink areas. my username on this site is bonnyfairy. i also put up some pics. my email is b*****************.com. please let me know ASAP!