Chemicle Burn on my Face

[12323]

Suffered a chemical reaction on my face. How do i treat this?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
It can be due to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation after chemical burns. Without treatment, this usually takes about 6 months to resolve and for the skin color to go back to its normal color.  Topical treatments with acids and chemical peels can be effective but can take a while for the skin to totally revert to its normal color.  Microdermabrasion can also be done, but this might require several sessions.  Skin resurfacing using lasers is also an option.  

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[12323]

Thanks for the reply.
Basically removed the dry skin and it left pink patch on my face which made it kind of awkward when people askd me about it.
Now it been almost 2 weeks, it seems ok. Although the skin is still tender and looks to have left some scaring

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Chemical burns are usually first or second degree burns. Most superficial burns heal within about two weeks and don't usually leave a scar. For these kind of burns; you can apply antibiotic cream such as silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) or Neosporin.  It will prevent infection and help in fast healing.

Also use a mild soap like Dove and avoid scrubbing the area.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.