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25% Home TCA Peel - California, CA
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I purchased skin obsessions 25% TCA Peel and...
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I purchased skin obsessions 25% TCA Peel and performed the peel on my face, chest, back and stomach in series.
I followed the directions it came with for 3-5 mins for the face and two application's of 10 mins each for the body. I only removed the product from the spots that frosted before the suggested times.
Bottom line, I have wonderful results. My goal was only to even skin tone and refresh the look of my skin, which was achieved. Based on my results, I would say 3 peels at this strength would help those with mild scarring, but since I was not removing scars I'm only making an inference.
Two weeks post peel, and my face is completely flake free and seems to continually look more youthful each day. The skin on my body has had the same reaction and is very smooth and soft.
It's interesting to read all the comments from dermatologists etcetera, stating negative comments on performing this procedure yourself. I can see how in the wrong hands putting acid on your skin could go horribly wrong, but I believe those cases are individuals that do not follow directions.
For those considering an at home peel, my sincere advise is simply do not be a moron.
Research your skin type and typical reactions from different peels, watch videos showing before and afters of individuals with skin similar to yours and who used the product you want to try.
Follow the directions of your product to a T.
These are the steps I took. My profile pic features my skin post peel.
I followed the directions it came with for 3-5 mins for the face and two application's of 10 mins each for the body. I only removed the product from the spots that frosted before the suggested times.
Bottom line, I have wonderful results. My goal was only to even skin tone and refresh the look of my skin, which was achieved. Based on my results, I would say 3 peels at this strength would help those with mild scarring, but since I was not removing scars I'm only making an inference.
Two weeks post peel, and my face is completely flake free and seems to continually look more youthful each day. The skin on my body has had the same reaction and is very smooth and soft.
It's interesting to read all the comments from dermatologists etcetera, stating negative comments on performing this procedure yourself. I can see how in the wrong hands putting acid on your skin could go horribly wrong, but I believe those cases are individuals that do not follow directions.
For those considering an at home peel, my sincere advise is simply do not be a moron.
Research your skin type and typical reactions from different peels, watch videos showing before and afters of individuals with skin similar to yours and who used the product you want to try.
Follow the directions of your product to a T.
These are the steps I took. My profile pic features my skin post peel.
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Replies (28)
December 15, 2014
I'd also add to start with a lower % to see how your skin reacts. I worry that the "morons" as you say are going to ruin it for us and they will pull it from the market. Maybe I should stock up:-)
btw.. your skin looks perfect!
December 15, 2014
Thank you....that is a wonderful point you make, which I had not considered. I would be very upset if this product were to become restricted, as I truly feel I am reaping the benefits of a treatment I would have to pay 100's for from a professional.
I hope you try and achieve wonderful results as well!
December 19, 2014
Debating on using the Skin Obsessions 25% peel. I'm 41 and want to freshen up my skin. I've used the SO 40% glycolic peel a few times with no harm, but also feel I may need something stronger. I've had peels done at the spa before where I had way more flaking than the home one did. If the 40% GP was fine with my skin, should it work well with the TCA?
December 19, 2014
I did the 25% TCA peel with no skin prepping or previous chemical peels. I washed the acid off the areas that frosted, but some areas (jawline & edge of the forehead) did not frost and the peeling in those areas was more like small flaking pieces of skin, while the areas that did frost actually shed some nice sheets of skin.
The next time I treat my face I will definitely shoot for frosting all over by applying the acid from the outside edges inward, since the edges of my face need more time then the center to process. I will also let frosted areas sit for another 30-60 seconds after it appears.
That being said, since you've never done a home TCA peel, I would do as I did and follow SO's directions for the peel, only rinsing the areas that frost as your peel is working (I also simply soaked a paper towel and dapped the frosted areas continually while the other areas continue to burn).
After your first peel you will have a guage for time adjustments for certain areas of your face etc., for your next peel.
So yes, I would give it a try.
I'd also like to add that I spot tested the TCA on my entire chin before doing my whole face. I chose the chin to spot test because it is very easy to run/splash water on it for nutralizing if your skin does react badly or frosts extremely quickly.
Obviously, if either of these occur during your spot test, I would try diluting the acid for your next spot test to see if it was simply too strong.
You don't want to put it on and have your skin frost as you are applying it, because you will have to rinse before your even done with the aplication.
Hope this helps, please do not hesitate to ask for more clarification.
December 20, 2014
What was the worst day of peeling as in "I've got to hide my mug because I look like a freak" day? LOL I work part time and am going to try to coordinate the day I start it in conjunction with have the worst days off. I can handle if I look a little flaky (I'll just say I had a deep facial), but when it's really bad is when I want to duck and cover. I also plan on trying a patch test on my knees since they are easily hidden this time of year. Thanks!
January 2, 2015
At the time I did the peel, I had school every Monday in the afternoon, so my thinking was I'll do the the peel in the morning before class and at the worst look alittle sunburnt when I go into class. That way I would have a full 7 days before I had to return to school.
For me, I really didn't start looking like something was going on/noticibly peeling until the 4th and 5th day.
I would also note however, I had stopped tanning completely for about three months prior to the peel, and my face is naturally very porcelain in color, so my skin didn't turn as dark brown and leathery as it does for those with darker skin.
So, if your like me, and your skin is very fair, you can get away with going out for a few days.
I honestly wasn't really imbaressed even when the peeling really started because like I said the color difference between the dead and new skin wasn't super prominent.
I would plan for your skin tone, the darker you are naturally, the worse your skin will appear during healing.
January 2, 2015
One thing also, I would recommend spot testing a patch of skin more similar in texture and thickness to facial skin than the knee area, as your knees will likely be able to stand the acid a much, much longer period before frosting than your face.
I also spot tested on the inner side of my wrist, which is relatively delicate skin, and it still took 4 times longer to frost than my face.
Try your lower jawline if you want a reliable gauge for timing etc.
January 17, 2015
what brand did you use ?
Thank you for sharing your results. Research and educating yourself is the key with any procedure.