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40% Glycolic Acid Peel for Sun Damage and Pores - Indianapolis, IN
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I've done some 25% TCA peels on my nose, chin, and...
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I've done some 25% TCA peels on my nose, chin, and forehead with good results. It was too intense for my sensitive cheeks. Plus I didn't have the down time to have giant scabs on my face while it heals. After recommendations and reading a bit I thought I'd try glycolic acid. At 35 my face was looking tired and I started to have wrinkles and sun spots. I made the decision to commit myself to sunscreen and shade!
So I bought mine from Amazon, it's by skin obsession. I applied to squeaky clean skin with my nylon fan brush. I started lightly. The goal is 8-10 min. No problem with the stinging after a few min. I was used to it, but had my blow dryer on cold setting handy. However the skin on my cheekbones started to look like it might blister so I neutralized the peel after only 5 min. The rest of the night it was red and stinging. The next day my cheeks were slightly stabbed. The rest of my face has a slightly rougher texture than normal. Nothing noticeable. I'm on day 2. I'm washing with just water and using a delicate brush on my Clarisonic, avoiding all scabs. I have acne prone skin but not using any products at this time. My skin is oily enough not to need moisturizer.
So I bought mine from Amazon, it's by skin obsession. I applied to squeaky clean skin with my nylon fan brush. I started lightly. The goal is 8-10 min. No problem with the stinging after a few min. I was used to it, but had my blow dryer on cold setting handy. However the skin on my cheekbones started to look like it might blister so I neutralized the peel after only 5 min. The rest of the night it was red and stinging. The next day my cheeks were slightly stabbed. The rest of my face has a slightly rougher texture than normal. Nothing noticeable. I'm on day 2. I'm washing with just water and using a delicate brush on my Clarisonic, avoiding all scabs. I have acne prone skin but not using any products at this time. My skin is oily enough not to need moisturizer.
UPDATED FROM kakoepke
4 days post
day 4
My skin has been slowly shedding. Its healing very quickly. Its still a bit crusty around my cheekbones which were the most sensitive area. I think for someone who has just the upper layer of skin to exfoliate and remove, this would be great. However, I realize that I will have to stick with the TCA peels if I want the results I'm after. But I'll wait a few more days and judge the final result. My skin is more pink than usual but the issues of sun spots and enlarged pores remain. I will say that I have GIANT Pores, so not much is going to help me there.
Replies (4)
June 12, 2016
Thank you for your post! Would you post some pics too? Love to see how your results are progressing!
Are you shedding large pieces or just flaking?
June 12, 2016
I would have added some pics, I could really get a good one to show the effects. It comes off in very very small flakes. The only part that was noticable under CC cream was the scabbed bits. That only lasted for 3 days. I think I'm going to do it again and try to get some pics.
August 28, 2016
I couldn't clearly see any skin peel...my skin looks like after cleanser wash...no noticible flaking
September 14, 2016
Lactic acid peels are great for cleaning and shrinking pores. Afterward I use a pore (blackhead) remover utensil that I purchased at Walmart. Go over your nose, t-zone extremely gentle. You will be amazed at what is removed....gently! The lactic acid ISPs gentle enough to use weekly. If I get a pimple in between I apply with a q-tip acid just to pimple to dry it up. I do not think any peel at home will remove a brown spot. Try plastic surgeon for broad band light treatments. I pay $70.00 a treatment for a big spot. It is getting lighter. Good luck!
UPDATED FROM kakoepke
1 month post
2nd go with glycolic acid 40%
I was able to leave it on longer this time. This go I've noticed a lightening of dark spots and improved texture. I've got a long way to go. I will say with this peel there is less recovery time. I can stick with my normal skincare routine after 2 days. I tend to get cystic acne and breakouts while healing from TCA peels!
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