Glycolic Acid Peel Products- 80 Questions Answered

I have been having acne for the past 4 years and one doctor told me to go for Glycolic Acid Peel. I wanted to know if it has side effect and is it safe?

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Acne can be treated easily with facewash, tablets and creams. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breakouts, ta ... Read More

Hi dr what is the cost of glycolic acid peel in india bangalore ? I have pigmenatation problem on my back side and shoulder ,

Asked for Male, 29 Years 838 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

First there is a diagnosis and then treatment. Your question is for treatment without a diagnosis. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

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I am suffering from seborrheic dermatitis on face my doctor suggested me for 20% glycolic acid peel. Will my condition gets cure after this treatment?

Asked for Female, 20 Years 1275 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this... specific Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ... Read More

About 3 years ago, the DIY glycolic acid 50% peel I did caused severe burn around my mouth. Pigmentation has faded over time with hydroquinone and other topicals and few TCA 25% peels. 1) What can I expect ? 90% improvement or can it be completely faded? 2) What are my big guns. I am ready to spend. I thought of Cosmelean peel Pico laser Q S

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Asked for Female, 33 Years 437 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Treatment depends on the grade of pigment skin... for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

A dermatologist suggested me to go for a chemical peel . She told me to buy the peel solution . Where can I get a peel and brand is available normally because no chemist had 35% glycolic acid peel available

Asked for Female, 23 Years 688 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

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In some government hospitals peel may not be available ... Read More

I recently got glycolic peel (10%) and after one week i again got glycolic peel (35%) on face But there is no glowing or skin whitening effect on face. How many days it takes to show effect on skin.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 434 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Multiple sitting were required ... Read More

Generally what should be time interval between 5-6 glycolic peel. And within how many days effects of glycolic peel will reflect?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 612 Views v

Dr. Neeti Thakur Dermatologist | Dehradun

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Time interval is 2-3 wks usually but it can be done wkly too depending upon the condition. The effect can be reflected after 2 to 3 peels however a little glow can be appreciated after single sessio ... Read More

Hello,glycolic peel can cause a damaged liver,kidney,heart yes or no in details plz give me a answer...

Asked for Male, 22 Years 162 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Not to worry..Safe..For details.. Contact me ... Read More

10 days before i got glycolic peel (35%) done on face. However, after 1 week skin got more dark then it used to be before peel

Asked for Male, 26 Years 165 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Avoid going in sun..Use sunban lotion twice daily, along with the following medicine.... Please send photos of the affected part for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult privately or online for ... Read More

Suggest me some best cream to treat pigmentation Two months back I had undergone glycolic acid peel after which I got pigmentation on my skin

Asked for Female, 25 Years 296 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

It is not advisable to prescribe without examining the patient. Kindly call me or send photos using online consult option for better understanding of the problem. Once diagnosis is made, then only we ... Read More

The ordinary glycolic acid 7% can i use during breastfeeding a baby . She is 7 month's 28 days. Started solids

Asked for Female, 32 Years 78 Views v

Dr. Sonia Tekchandani Dermatologist | Mumbai

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We need to take a detail case history and then prescribe medications accordingly. Do consult online. ... Read More

Can i exfoliate my skin with glycolic acid 8 % weekly .or lower percentage than this durig second trimester.??

Asked for Female, 30 Years 47 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

I've been using glycolic acid for hyperpigmentation on my body. This is my second time using it. I used it for the first time about 20 days ago. I applied glycolic acid on my body yesterday. It felt fine like it did the first time I used it and didn't show any irritation but today there is one small darker line and the skin is sort of peeling off.

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Asked for Female, 20 Years 266 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am starting using glyco 6 cream which contain 6 percent glycolic acid . My question is can I use plum green tea oil free moisturizer with that. This moisturizer contain niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. Is that ok?

Asked for Male, 19 Years 815 Views v

Dr. Maninderjit Singh Dermatologist | Fatehgarh Sahib

Yes you can use that moisturiser. I recommend you to have personalised skin care routine from your dermatologist according to your skin type to prevent any side effects. ... Read More

My mom suffers from hyperpigmentation on her face. Her doctor prescribed glycolic acid 70% cream to apply every night. The images of the cream prescribed are attached. It is supposed to be mixed with a moisturiser and applied on skin. The question is should she wash the cream after a specific time or just leave it on the skin?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 588 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

I used a glycolic acid toner 5 percent and went out in the sun without sunscreen.after a few weeks the areas around my eyes and temples got really dark.I suspect this is caused by sun damage.is the damage reversible? Will chemical peels help?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 217 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

Consult online for further treatment ... Read More

Hi All, Suffering from KP. Being dark skinned and having KP on my legs and arms - causing me to be very self critical. Please recommend me good exfoliators and Moisturisers (even if an international product). Does - "The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution" work well for Keratosis pilaris? I've been seeing a lot of reviews on this.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 164 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

Hi Doctors. I was suffering with pimples almost for 3 years. I consulted a doctor she gave me some prescription and also gave 6 session of salicylic acid combination chemical peel. Which costed me around 50k. I got pimples and due to which again i have very dark spots on face. I can't afford to pay 50k again. Please suggest the salicylic acid chemi

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 356 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It can be cleared with specific medicine... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

Which face wash to use 2 days after glycolic peel ?apart from cetaphil cleanser..is there any other cleanser or face wash I can use ?

Asked for Female, 34 Years 253 Views v

Dr. Shivani S Talpallikar Cosmetologist | Bidar

That depends on your skin type but yes Cetaphil works just fine. ... Read More

Which peel should i need ? Kojic acid or mandelic or a simple salicylic or glycolic one when one has combination of acne and much of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

Asked for Female, 23 Years 244 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It depends on the grade of pigment skin.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

I need to buy a glycolic acid cream for pigmentation and scars. Please suggest any cream which I can use to treat my pigmentation and scars on the cheeks and around the nose.

Asked for Female, 32 Years 4065 Views v

Dr. Sri Harsha Talabhaktula Dermatologist | Visakhapatnam

The description of your problem is very vague we cannot come to a conclusion At least a photograph is needed to suggest treatment more over a sunscreen is a must while using glycolic acid creams ... Read More

I have dark spots on my face so my dermatologist prescribed me glycolic acid but after applying the cream my face gets a little ichy. Should I stop using it? Or it is supposed to feel a little ichy?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 4291 Views v

Dr. Aniket S Deshmane Dermatologist | Pune

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Apply it gently during the evening hours on dry skin Do not rub too much Wash after 1 hour incase of irritation ... Read More

I am using derma co. peeling solution twice a week and minimalist transexamic acid daily at night on my face. I have a dry skin and my skin is drying out. Is it normal or is it some side effect? What should I do?

Asked for Female, 24 Years 394 Views v

Dr. Komal Ramteke Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Peels have exfoliating action. That's why the skin is getting dry ! Better to use the peeling solution once every 10 to 15 days. Also add a hydrating water or gel based moisturizer. It could help ... Read More

Is it ok to use adapalene 0.1 per along with plum products which contain glycolic acid plz reply dr..

Asked for Female, 19 Years 80 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Use seperately.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

Can glycolic acid layered with vitamin c serum...I already use a vitamin c serum in day...can I layer it with a moisturizer having glycolic acid in it ?

Asked for Male, 20 Years 450 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

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Consult online ... Read More

How glycolic acid cream works on acne skin treated with benzoyl peroxide 2.5%. . What is the method to use it on sensetive skin

Asked for Female, 28 Years 6317 Views v

Dr. Vaishali Kanthi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Glycolic acid is used for lightening the skin. Benzoyl peroxide is for acne. You should not use both without consulting. Your stage of acne is important. Kindly consult before using anything on your f ... Read More

I got acne on my face , shoulders and back . Along with acne there are small small pimple on backs ,I don't know how they call it in medical teams and it doesn't look like normal acne pimples ... when I consulted the doctor ..she straight away recommend "70% glycolic peel" . She said this is completely acne problem can't be cured with creams or me

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 195 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Treatment depends on the grade..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ... Read More

Can I take gluton 1000+escorz along with superficial chemical peel treatment. I have taken 3 sessions of chemical peels will it make my skin more sensitive to glutathione?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 115 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

U can.. However, Treatment depends on the grade of pigment skin...Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ... Read More

I only have three weeks left before my performance. And it requires a sleveless top. Is it possible to go for chemical peeling to lightening my underarm?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 311 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

U can.. otherwise few cream available for clearing....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ... Read More

Is collister glycolic acid perfect skin peeling is safe to use. I hv severe acne issues and looking for chemical peeling.

Asked for Female, 29 Years 226 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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The treatment of acne differs according to the grade of involvement. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breako ... Read More

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I have been having acne for the past 4 years and one doctor told me to go for Glycolic Acid Peel. I wanted to know if it has side effect and is it safe?

Hi dr what is the cost of glycolic acid peel in india bangalore ? I have pigmenatation problem on my back side and shoulder ,

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I am suffering from seborrheic dermatitis on face my doctor suggested me for 20% glycolic acid peel. Will my condition gets cure after this treatment?

A dermatologist suggested me to go for a chemical peel . She told me to buy the peel solution . Where can I get a peel and brand is available normally because no chemist had 35% glycolic acid peel available

I recently got glycolic peel (10%) and after one week i again got glycolic peel (35%) on face But there is no glowing or skin whitening effect on face. How many days it takes to show effect on skin.

Generally what should be time interval between 5-6 glycolic peel. And within how many days effects of glycolic peel will reflect?

Hello,glycolic peel can cause a damaged liver,kidney,heart yes or no in details plz give me a answer...

10 days before i got glycolic peel (35%) done on face. However, after 1 week skin got more dark then it used to be before peel

Suggest me some best cream to treat pigmentation Two months back I had undergone glycolic acid peel after which I got pigmentation on my skin

The ordinary glycolic acid 7% can i use during breastfeeding a baby . She is 7 month's 28 days. Started solids

Can i exfoliate my skin with glycolic acid 8 % weekly .or lower percentage than this durig second trimester.??

I am starting using glyco 6 cream which contain 6 percent glycolic acid . My question is can I use plum green tea oil free moisturizer with that. This moisturizer contain niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. Is that ok?

I used a glycolic acid toner 5 percent and went out in the sun without sunscreen.after a few weeks the areas around my eyes and temples got really dark.I suspect this is caused by sun damage.is the damage reversible? Will chemical peels help?

Which face wash to use 2 days after glycolic peel ?apart from cetaphil cleanser..is there any other cleanser or face wash I can use ?

Which peel should i need ? Kojic acid or mandelic or a simple salicylic or glycolic one when one has combination of acne and much of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

I need to buy a glycolic acid cream for pigmentation and scars. Please suggest any cream which I can use to treat my pigmentation and scars on the cheeks and around the nose.

I have dark spots on my face so my dermatologist prescribed me glycolic acid but after applying the cream my face gets a little ichy. Should I stop using it? Or it is supposed to feel a little ichy?

I am using derma co. peeling solution twice a week and minimalist transexamic acid daily at night on my face. I have a dry skin and my skin is drying out. Is it normal or is it some side effect? What should I do?

Is it ok to use adapalene 0.1 per along with plum products which contain glycolic acid plz reply dr..

Can glycolic acid layered with vitamin c serum...I already use a vitamin c serum in day...can I layer it with a moisturizer having glycolic acid in it ?

How glycolic acid cream works on acne skin treated with benzoyl peroxide 2.5%. . What is the method to use it on sensetive skin

Can I take gluton 1000+escorz along with superficial chemical peel treatment. I have taken 3 sessions of chemical peels will it make my skin more sensitive to glutathione?

I only have three weeks left before my performance. And it requires a sleveless top. Is it possible to go for chemical peeling to lightening my underarm?

Is collister glycolic acid perfect skin peeling is safe to use. I hv severe acne issues and looking for chemical peeling.

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