Auburn, AL
A 28-year-old female asked:
I had a 30% salicylic acid chemical peel done last tuesday and did not stop using my retin a (tretinoin) prior to the treatment. i got a much deeper peel. help!
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Glenn Messinaanswered
Aesthetic Medicine 37 years experience
That would occur: First stop the Retin A
There is really no curtailing the peel at this point possibly a hydrocort cream would give some comfort. Its important to speak to your doctor asap.
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