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Chemical Peel? Has anyone here had a chemical peel done?....If so where you pleased and how long did the results last?.....Did you look like a burn victim? |
I'm on day 4 now of a chemical peel, so I don't know the full results yet. But, I'm thinking I'll be pleased. It's not near as bad as I had thought it would be, as far as the burning, itching, etc. I don't look like a burn victim but then I won't leave my house for another few days either bc of the peeling. I'll probably go through the procedure again in another month though with a stronger solution. |
I have never even heard of a chemical peel |
I had a friend who got it and her face was similarly colored to this- :mad:- for several days. She couldn't even work. :eek: If I remember correctly, her acne got a lot of worse after. |
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I know a couple of people who had this done with pretty much the same result. If you have it done, you definitely want to avoid any sun exposure. |
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I hear a salicylic acid is good for acne and the acne may or may not get a little worse when you begin treatments. I'm looking for improvement in fine lines, texture and evening out the color..... |
I looked it up. I am going to just age gracefully. I am 52 and actually have no wrinkles. good luck though |
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For someone with acne, there may be better things to use than a peel. I can see why acne may become worse though, bc of all of the moisturizer they want you to use to help alleviate the itching. |
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This is where I got the TCA peel. And you bet, here in a few days I'll let you know the final results. TCA Peel, TCA Peels, TCA Peel For At Home Use |
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I got mine from OSS......I started out slow because I was a little scared....So far I've done four 30% glycolic's and one 85% lactic for a quich refresher and about 12 days ago I did my first TCA 15%.......It went pretty well...... I'm older so I was concerned about lines and texture and tone ....So far the tone of my skin has improved a lot!...It was very dull and drab lookng and it's now fresh looking again, I'm pleased......So far the lines under the eyes are still there but I just know I will see improvements after a few ore TCA's.... I can't do another TCA for 6 weeks I have to let the skin rest and do a totally cell turnover and it takes that long or I can thin my skin....I can't wait! I hope your pleased too, but I've been told to not expect a "WOW!" moment the results are cumulative and it takes a series to see sutle results....Good luck with yours! |
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I had been using retin-a prior to this peel so I didn't use any of the other peels before the TCA. I was tempted to start with an 18% peel, but decided to be cautious and started with the 15% also. And like you, the tone and even texture of the new skin is much better already. With the improvement I've had thus far, I'm expecting even better results as I go through this. We'll have to stay in touch and compare our results. Good luck to you too!:) |
You where braver than I was, I had to work up to the TCA......Did yours burn when you put it on?.....Mine burned like the dickens!......My DH thought I had lost my mind! LOL.....Who would have thought a person would deliberately want to put acid on themselves and look forward to it! lol I'm sending you a pm...... |
I've tried 60% glycolic at home, no results :(. But, LOVE that site that was posted - I just bought TCA and Lactic. :) |
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That is why I moved up to the TCA, I read they where stronger, I guess I'll see...I couldn't find the ph level on Make up Artists site but I think it's around 2.5....I get mine at another place where the ph is 1 which makes it stronger....That's ok if you want to get a gentler acid so it's a little safer with the higher ph.... For me the lactic is even milder than a gly. so I use that for a flash peel to refresh in between gly's...... I want to get that Pumpkin Peel it looks awesome!! |
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Yes, it did burn but not terribly bad - it was just uncomfortable for a minute or so. LOL......about your DH......my DH merely raised his eyebrows, he's so used to me putting myself through these torturous rituals to look better.:D Quote:
Ann, did you buy the sample size? I did and it's going to be enough to do probably 4-5 peels I think. They ship very fast which was great. You'll have to let us know how it's working for you too! |
This is another good site to get products..... Peels: Chemical facial peels, glycolic, salicylic, lactic, jessners, TCA I get mine here because the ph is lower and they don't have extra ingredients and they're cheaper. She also ships very fast...... The Original Skin Store |
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I am afraid to do anything to my skin:D I just wash with Dove and use a light cream. My mom is 67 and looks 47 and never has done a thing to her skin, I think it's genetics and I pray I have them:D I am just always afraid that if i try to improver myself I may jinx myself, geez, I never even had a facial:eek: |
Oh! Forgot to add....if you like skin stuff in general, you might *love* this blog: FutureDerm.com |
B.J. and Ann - thanks to both of your links, I've been busy reading. Honestly, I didn't think there was much hope for my skin but after reading on both sites, I'm so encouraged now. After reading I'm now looking into derma rollers too - it's supposed to improve your skin's collagen production. Although it does look kind of scary, I won't be near as brave with it!:eek: Bianca - hopefully you will be as fortunate as your Mom! |
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The testimonials on those sites are interesting to read......there is some pics too..... |
I have been going for a few months now, I started off going every two weeks on 20% solution, then moved to 40% and I am not on the maintenance which is a monthly peel of 70%. The results are great although I don't have much of a reaction (ie pealing etc.) but my skin tone is better and the wrinkles are definately less pronounced. Any scars/redness etc have almost disappeared. |
Sounds like your doing something on the milder side so you don't get that deep peel.....I'm glad to see that even though your using a gentler peel your still seeing positive results....:) |
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Nikki+2 needs to get in on this thread bc I think she has her aesth. license, I bet she'd have insight too. :) |
I had a series of 4 chemical peels done at my dermatolgist's office (I would have no one else do ii!) and I am absolutely thriilled with the results of my skin. I have my glow back again and my skintone is all even now. I did one a month and for about a week each time it was yucky - red for the first day and then the peeling started. I am also prone to cold sores and getting chemical peels will sometimes bring them out in you so prior and during the week of the peel I was given Valtrex and I did not get any coldsores. The home peels like from Prescriptives is fine but you won't get the results you are looking for unless you go to a board certified dermatologist. |
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Did your doc tell you you need to use AHA creams or a strong retinol to help maintain your results? ...I'm still learning and it helps when someone went to the doc...... |
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Yes to wear sunblock in face creams or your foundations. Well I've ben in the sun and I have had no problems. I use the ROC products and I love them! Also Garnier came out with the roller stuff for under eyes and deep wrinkles and I love that too with great results. OK if you really want to maintain your new glow after you spent all that money...lol..you need to invest in a great exfoliater liek the Clarisonic (I asked for mine at Xmas from my husband..lol) - it costs $200 but oh wow so worth it. You can get it on QVC and sometimes they have it on easy pay. I love, love this machine and that also helps to maintain your new glow and reduce wrinkles.:D |
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