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At Home Glycolic Acid Peel 40%

UPDATED FROM Eva G
1 year post

I Have Started Retin-A

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Eva GOctober 22, 2015
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Hello, just a quick update to let you know that I have started Retin-A -- you can check out my review here . 

Wish me luck!

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lemonbutter999
March 31, 2016
I've been using Retin-A for a year now. I don't notice existing wrinkles fading but I don't really notice any new ones. I feel like it my skin is getting used to it and maybe its just not effective like it was at first. Keeping with it though on a nightly basis.

I also started doing 40% glycolic peels. The first one I did, I kept on for 1 minute as per the instructions. My skin was very soft afterward, a little red and a little flaky. But overall, glowy and fresher looking. The following week, I tried to leave it on for 5 minutes. It got so itchy and felt like it was really burning so I washed it off after 4 minutes. I ended up with a few burn marks on my face and my skin looked terrible for about 3 days. I was pretty hesitant to try it again after that. But last night I did the peel again (its been about 3 weeks) and only left it on for 1 minute. My skin looks young and fresh and smooth today. I think I'm going to stick with the 1 minute regimen but do it every other day and see what happens. I'm really wanting to fade my static wrinkles and hopefully avoid any new ones.
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Eva G
March 31, 2016

Hi,  lemonbutter999. 

Since using Retin- A does your skin seem to appear flushed? I have taken a bit of a break and although my face isn't really red, it almost appeared flushed at times. I want to try a chemical peel, my daughters friend can do it for me, so that's why I stopped Retin-A. 

epelking
December 27, 2016
Keep us updated on yr scars and wrinkles
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EleniEleni
March 13, 2017
I have been reading your comments all the time. I am trying to figure out what is the best for acne scars and it feels like almost nothing((
Deep dermabrasion/different lasers- little to none improvement with long difficult rehabilitation, various peelings only repeat the skin surface, even deep tca. So what are we left with?? Subcision with fillers, lipofilling of the whole face to give the fullness so the pits are not so deep and possibly(not for all scars) surgical methods like punch techniques/excision. I am going to try subcision with fat grafting and further fillers with hyaluronic acid in main scars. May be excision for several scars. Unfortunately this is not permanent too( you need to repeat it every 1-2 years. Only good thing that fat is your own material so no bad reactions. There some people who did this in US, so there are doctors who can do it. Thank you for your informative post, helped to take the decision.
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Eva G
March 18, 2017

You're most welcome EleniEleni. Dealing with acne scars is so frustrating, there are days when I feel like "I'm good" and don't care that I have them, then there are other days when I look in the mirror and feel so annoyed. There is no one solution for acne scars, and multiple treatments (as you mention) are usually required. I too am considering excision and fillers. I also want to try microneedling. Here are a few reviews you may want to check out: 

Filler for Acne Scars - Torquay, GB

subcision, excision and auto fat grafting for acne scars/craters 

Acne Scar Removal 

Acne Scar Treatment 

I wish you much success. You should start a review and keep us updated on your journey. :)

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j_team
May 26, 2018
Updateeeee!!
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j_team
May 26, 2018
Update with pictures!
UPDATED FROM Eva G
4 months post

Going to try Retin-A

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Eva GJanuary 20, 2015

I am going to take a break from the peel, and I think I am going to try a product that has 0.1% pure retinol for fine lines, wrinkles, and to shrink my pores.  I got a tester and have used it for 3 days. It is pretty strong and my face feels tighter already and is a bit red and sensitive. I will post a separate review should I commit to the treatment, as I have not decided if I will continue, and which product I will use. Stay tuned :)

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huahgirl
January 20, 2015
what brand of retinol will you be using?
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Eva G
January 20, 2015

Hi huahgirl, the one that I am considering is called Rdermic [R] by LA ROCHE-POSAY. I am just undecided as to whether or not I want to go full out Retin A and get a prescription or just try the over the counter brand. Have you used either?

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huahgirl
January 20, 2015
No I haven't used either. In 2007 I spent a considerable amount at the dermatologist for acne scarring. I was disappointed with the results
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Eva G
January 22, 2015

Sorry to hear that, I understand how frustrating it can be. What type of acne scarring do you have and what treatments have you tried? 

9025anon
January 25, 2015
Let me know if this helps with the wrinkles and fine lines. I do not have acne scarring but I do have wrinkles and fine lines. I sure hope this works for you!
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Eva G
January 26, 2015

Thanks 9025anon  :) 

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irishchic
January 26, 2015
ret A is great!
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huahgirl
January 27, 2015
Some pitted scarring and some other scarring I did a series of fraxel treatments and several other treatments combined in 2007, none of which I truly saw a noticeable difference So now I am going to try some at home peels and see. I have never used retinol a for any length of time , the dermatologist did give me a few samples in 07, to which I found to harsh for my skin. I have such oily and sensitive skin, that it is very difficult to find something for my face
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Eva G
January 30, 2015

Hi huagirl, It gets so frustrating doesn't it! I actually stopped using the retinol, it was really irritating my skin. I think I am going to try the derma roller, just not sure yet if I want to try at home treatments or go to a clinic. 

Donnalin
January 30, 2015
I have used the derma roller 4 times now and it has done nothing except make you bleed and your face swell for a week or so and once the swelling goes down it looks the same. Also you don't look too good for at least 3 days so I wouldn't do it and plan to go anywhere.
caligirl2017
April 7, 2015
Hi Eva, looking at your photos- wondering if you have tried Co2 resurfacing laser or Fraxel laser? I think that would correct the texture of your skin. I'm not a plastic surgeon though, but I think you might be interested in looking into it. Those glycolic peels can make your skin more sensitive and I definitely do not recommend retin-A! I've used retin-A before and it made my skin very thin, more vulnerable to scratching and discolorations. Vitamin C serum is more effective.
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Eva G
April 9, 2015

Hi there, no I haven't tried any laser treatments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Retin-A, I have 2 bottles of it, but have not opened them yet. :)

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morthanalittle
September 12, 2015
Caligula, I second your comments on Retinol products. I could not understand why my skin was so very very sensitive, dry and pink! The texture of my previously smooth skin became almost freeze dried feeling. I don't know how else to des I r it. I was so dedicated to hanging in there with the advice I had been given and all the expectations I had, from what I read but wow, my skin started to improve just as soon as I quit using it. Vitamin c is wonderful and for the record I don't have problems with Glycolic acids. Retinol was a complete fail for me however.
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morthanalittle
September 12, 2015
*Caligirl. Sorry for the auto spell incorrect
UPDATED FROM Eva G
4 months post

Final Results

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Eva GJanuary 16, 2015
I have done a total of 5 treatments, no visible improvement with my scars and minimal improvement, if any, in my wrinkles. The pros of this treatment are, my skin feels tighter and I do feel that my pores are smaller. Overall this treatment provides an amazing exfoliation treatment which leaves your skin feeling very refreshed and clean. I plan to continue this treatment and I may try a stronger peel. I hope this helps. 

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RSMember1546
January 16, 2015
Be very careful about going out in the sun. Good luck with your adventure. God Bless
9025anon
January 16, 2015
Did you have any adverse effects?
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Eva G
January 20, 2015

Thank you twatson111  :)

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Eva G
January 20, 2015

No, my skin tolerated the treatments just fine.

judegreeneyes
March 31, 2016
Chemical peels done at home cannot remove scars or wrinkles. Only a TCA Peel done by a plastic surgeon can removes these problems. Continue peels, but do not overdue! You can cause a thinning of your skin. Your peel will keep your skin exfoliated, keeps pores small.....a great fresh look! Best of luck!
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Eva G
April 1, 2016

Thanks for your comment judegreeneyes. I have stopped my peels, and I have actually been discussing getting a professional peel (a specific one, which at the moment I can't recall the name). Also, I am currently using Retin-A, but taking a break as I am a bit concerned with how red my face has been looking, I feel like it looks flushed at times, and I'm a bit worried. 

Madcha
March 28, 2017
I'm considering retin a for sun spots and some minor scarring. Do you feel retin a has helped at all? Have you tried the professional peel?
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Eva G
March 30, 2017
In my experience, it didn't do anything for my scarring, it just refreshed my skin overall. I've never had a professional peel, just at home glycolic peels that didn't do much of anything for my scars either. :)
krista666
July 24, 2018
You can do a tca peel at home.they start as low as 12 percent.I may have seen 8%.plenty of vids on youtube. The first time I did a TCA I use 12% and didn't do a second application after it frosted. I washed it off the minimum time about a minute and a half. That's how you do a TCA. You have to be very very careful. Obviously a plastic surgeon is qualified to do a higher percentage. No reason why you can't do a low percentage and just do several. You can check it out on YouTube
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