TCA Peel at Home | Before & Afters | Day by Day (Closeups of Results)

[@asmrshane6023]

I am a nurse in plastic surgery; I just wanted to say that you did a very good job on your video. Please explain what "frosting" means maybe in future videos. I enjoyed watching this, and you were open and honest, and your daily results really helps! We do most of our TCA peels in the winter, so there isn't any temptations to be outside in the sun. This is a great, honest video for people to watch if they are interested in these types of peels. Thank you, great job.

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Kelli! Thank you so much for the kind comment. I really appreciate the feedback. I definitely should have explained frosting or put a description of it on the screen. I will do that next time. That makes sense about doing the TCA peels in the winter. It was trickier doing it in the summer - but I think a lot of people are doing them now since they are stuck at home - though during winter would be better. Thank you again for your comment and for watching the process. :)

[@DB-wv9oy]

@@LifeDIY so what does frosting mean? Please let me know thank you.

[@Irfan_sofi6220]

Frosting means it is working and skin will peel off

[@diegojustus711]

Q

[@karoma5805]

Where your skin goes a bit white from the peel acid

[@karapelletier2866]

Girl - I feel you - I have done 8 TCA peels in my life and all are no joke. Quick tip, I find a hairdryer on the cool blast setting works best. Just make sure NO heat from the hairdryer and it works wonders!

[@LifeDIY]

Kara, thank you so much! Great piece of advice! I hope you had great results from those TCAs!

[@hera7884]

Make sure you drink lots of water and smoothies too. Your skin is regenerating itself so you want to nourish it as much as possible. They say carrots are good for your skin, should be interesting to experiment it’s just including more carrots in your diet

[@wattsm3439]

You are amazing! My husband held me whilst I cried. I thought I had a high pain tolerance but this got me!

[@LifeDIY]

Awww you are amazing too and your husband sounds like the best! I cannot even attempt to describe the pain from these TCA peels. It's at a whole other insane level!

[@charlenesullivan626]

Did a 15% a few months ago… I’m a nurse and the mask was nice for hiding behind but even lathered in Vaseline it irritated my peeling area. So today I did a second peel But- I diluted the TCA to 12.5% , except with a q tip I hit the small areas and fine lines with 25%. Left on for 10 min. I made sure under my eyes I stayed at 12.5% because this skin is thin and fine. I can honestly say the whole process was less painful and I wasn’t left with the WHAT have I just done!! feeling. I’d rather go low and slow than have days of misery. I plan to do another in a month and no longer dreading it.

[@QueenBeeDigital]

How long did you peel on only a 12 percent? Abs how intense was the peeling?

[@Loralarify]

I agree with you about going ‘low and slow” I have the 13% TCA peel and haven’t used it yet-been stopping my Retinal product for a week as i was advised to prior to the peel. How do you dilute the product?

[@victoriaallen1857]

I went from a 10% to 30% peel, talk about pain. Good job, ur skin looks beautiful! 💥

[@lolstyle214]

Your skin was beautiful before and after. I totally saw the difference. Thank you for this video. I have the products now I just have to find the courage to do it.

[@Loralarify]

Me too!!

[@caseyldi]

Girl, I could not be paid enough to do a tca peel with out a fan on full blast! You got gorgeous results though! I can't say enough positive things about doing tca peels and dermaplaning. I have never never been happier with my skin than I am now. And it's all thanks to those two treatments, spf, and a healthy vegan diet!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks so much for sharing this Casey! :) The part about the fan was funny! I need to add it to my Amazon cart asap and I keep forgetting! I also do dermaplaning and like it a lot. So glad you stopped by and watched! I really appreciate it!

[@insideoutbeauty3170]

OMg this is intense... thank you for really bringing us in. I just ordered a kit 13% TCA with Platinum. will be filming my experience for my channel. Im scared !!!! But you made me feel a little more courageous. Merci again !

[@LifeDIY]

You are so sweet! Thank you! I will definitely subscribe now! :)) Can't wait to see yours!

[@insideoutbeauty3170]

@@LifeDIY oh wow that means a lot that you saw my channel. I feel so new at this and vulnerable... need to keep posting. So thank you for the support ! Would love to hear about how you started and how it felt at beginning . XX

[@insideoutbeauty3170]

@@LifeDIY this gives me support in a way you cannot imagine ! I am hoping the best for the peel.... will be trying, but need to take off work to make sure. Will keep u posted. Have the best day !

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you! We should chat sometime. It is hard to start out new on youtube and the whole youtube progression is challenging - even now it is still challenging. I don't post much on Instagram but if you want to chat on there you can contact me - or you can email me: holly at lifeanddiy.com :)) If you ever need help with anything let me know too! I subscribed!

[@insideoutbeauty3170]

@@LifeDIY Wow thank you .. .been praying for someone with whom to talk and learn. This means a lot. will contact you. And again thank you for the support in subscribing.. .(: speak to you soon !

[@jumpship88]

Can you please go more in depth on what you said at 2:38 ? How do we prep properly in order to never experience post inflamatory hyper pigmentation?

[@bethriggs9197]

Been considering a DIY TCA peel and this video has been so helpful as far as where to start for the first time user

[@MsKaterinaKo]

Amazing results! It should do permanent change to fine lines, but the change is more visible when the skin is freshly exfoliated with a peel, once the dead skin builds back up the little lines might look slightly more pronounced. But all of those sorts of procedures I think are proven to reverse lines! So it's definitely not in vain, you look 25! ☺️ x

[@LifeDIY]

MsKaterina, thank you! That makes a lot of sense about how things look most visible when exfoliated. I think regularly using a retinoid or doing glycolic peels regularly could help maintain it too. Thank you so much for watching! :))) So nice hearing from you!

[@carolinamurillo9405]

What is the brand name of the tca chemical peel?

[@cassandrarolin9962]

@@carolinamurillo9405 she said Platinum Skin Care I believe

[@PlatinumSkinCare]

Yes. Depending on how much solution you have on the gauze you have a lighter or deeper peel. The depth is highly determined by the volume of solution. We encourage you to saturate the gauze, then fold it in half and then give it a squeeze. If its wet - but not dripping - you are good. I am glad that you stopped at that first layer. You did a SUPER job! **Also.. remember that BIG changes to collagen/elastin will take months before they show on the skin's surface. In a few months it will get even better. YES! A series is important. Peels are never "one and done". We like to suggest at least 6 peels in a row. One day in the future think about doing the TCA + Dream Peel for even more flaking.

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much for the helpful comment, Jen. That is good to know about the saturation. I may have had it a bit more saturated than normal - where I could have squeezed it out even more. I think the use of Retin A recently also helped. I actually did go over a few areas a bit more to even out the level of frosting. I feel like I could tell when I had done enough. I have learned a lot from your videos about prepping the skin and I think that is why I am having such good results, without any PIH issues yet anyway. :) And, that is awesome to hear that the process continues to take place over the next few months. I really enjoy doing these home experiments. And, I think I was a bit too casual in my excitement about the results when I filmed the video. After recording the end of the video I realized the results were quite significant to me - though to others they might look subtle. I am amazed at the changes so far. I can't even imagine how much of a change 6 peels in a row would create. I am now curious about the TCA plus Dream Peel. Thank you!

[@PlatinumSkinCare]

@@LifeDIY Definitely. Adding on a final layer of DP makes the flaking more intense. I have a video on that.

[@mugglewump7851]

When you say in a row, do you mean every month for 6 months?

[@PlatinumSkinCare]

@@mugglewump7851 You always want to do a Series of peels. It is never a One-and-Done scenario. :) A series = 6-8 peels in a row. With TCA, it depends on the % and how many layers are applied as to how often you can perform them. This is all in the Peel Manual. At least 1 month will be in between ... average.

[@barisveesitlik9310]

​@PlatinumSkinCare You mean we should do 6-8 peels annually, every year? Omg how can I do this every year

[@wwpetko-6760]

I used to do 30% glycolic peels from a company off ETSY and ooof that was rough. I have been going to get 20% TCA peels once a month now for 2 months at my spa. The first time (3 layers with 5 minutes between each) itched bad in a couple spots but the esthetician held a small fan to my face to help. Next day I had zero redness and no noticeable peeling. (I’m very fair-fine lines around eyes & forehead.) Second time going in for chemical peel -same as before 3 layers with 5 minutes between and neutralizer at end. Not painful and no itching. I could feel a tightness though. Next day no redness but could see a little bit of peeling around my nose and cheeks. Definitely, definitely worth it! My esthetician said do one once a month and you will have amazing skin.

[@minipandora22]

This is LITERALLY the best “peel” ⚗️🧪 video on KZbin, absolutely phenomenal information and *real results*

[@djpamelamc]

I highly recommend TCA Peels as they give proper results. I have done and l don't bother with other so called peels as l find them boring and a waste of money. Just be prepared as the downtime takes a few weeks as your skin slowly sheds like snake sheds skin though this is the normally process. It burns full on when doing the peel so be ready for this. Good video with showing the whole process.

[@ShannaSpaldingPaul]

Beautiful Holli!!🥰. I just now got done doing my first TCA peel. 13% 2 passes. Your results are amazing!

[@LifeDIY]

Shanna! 🤗 how did it go? I hope you have amazing results too! 🤍

[@amandajohnson8116]

I am considering a TCA peel. I’m 38 and have some very mild acne scarring that I’d like to get rid of as well a shallow wrinkles. Is the 13% results (as far as depth of peeling) the same as this? I don’t want to take time off work. Any advice is appreciated! I’ve done a series of 70% glycolic peels as well as lactic acid peels. I did notice okayish results with those.

[@silly_hammy1]

It won't help w the acne... but will improve skin very much, especially after 3 passes.

[@ekmackenzie]

I have watched your video 2 times, once for each peel, it’s just that helpful!!❤️

[@SamsamSamsara]

Omg. I want to come back as beautiful as her in my next life. A perfect face.

[@LifeDIY]

Subhankar, you are too sweet. Thank you!

[@user-gm7wi3kt2x]

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[@littlemissgroove]

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[@jenniferbray7977]

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[@jenniferbray7977]

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[@sajidshaik5075]

Your results are made me rlly satisfying

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Sajid!

[@carolsmith3467]

I found putting a fan behind me really helps with fumes and to help to keep my eyes from watering, a hair dryer definitely helps to make it more comfortable.

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Carol! I need to try this next time!

[@LLace]

This is such a great video and you’re a sweetheart ! Subscribed ! I will be doing my peel today ! Thank u for sharing !

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you! :) I hope you get amazing results!

[@karlperriment7763]

Try wetting a small face flannel towel and putting it in the freezer until it goes hard... its perfect for cooling yr face face.

[@marcellina4270]

Your skin looks AMAZING !!!!

[@panmeliarrows7509]

I normally speed up playback when watching beauty videos to get info quick but I didn't on yours.. I enjoyed watching every second of it! Thanks for documenting your experience. ❤

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you. That is so nice of you to say! 🤗💜

[@lisamoore9238]

I was looking for a good video to watch of a TCA peel and this is one of the best I’ve seen and I have watched a lot!! I just had one yesterday in a salon. the last time I had one was three years ago and I’m in my 50s…. and I can honestly say it’s one of the best treatments for my skin I love the 15% TCA .. yes the downtime is difficult and I’m currently sitting here with a red face it’s tight … but I know in 7 to 10 days my skin will be glowing again so to me it’s worth it… now that I’ve watched this video it’s give me the confidence to maybe think about ordering some and trying to do my neck myself… you did an amazing job and your skin is glowing thank you so much…. you just got yourself a new subscriber 👏❤️🙏

[@LifeDIY]

Lisa, thank you so much for this kind comment! I am so happy to hear about the success you've had from TCA peels. I know they can be so effective, though the downtime is rough. I recently did another TCA peel and video, if you want to check it out. I didn't have the most profound results and the reason for that (I finally figured out) is because I didn't pretreat the skin with retinols or tretinoin. In the past, when I've had the best results, I would use tretinoin just a couple of times (ie: 1x-2x a week for a couple of weeks) and I would stop it about a week before the TCA peel. This created a much deeper and more even peel. I just wanted to share this with, just in case!

[@lisamoore9238]

@@LifeDIY thank you so much I will definitely check out that video next… i’m looking forward to binging on your content videos. Honestly you’re doing a fantastic job!! thanks again and I hope you get lots of New subscribers because I think your channel is fantastic 🙏❤️

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you so much! 🙏 That means a lot. :)

[@coastaldiva]

Wow you’re face looks great after the peel. I just had one at the dermatologist and am quite red on one side. Freaked me out a bit

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks. I hope you have good results and it heals ok. It can take time!

[@macloan4u]

I have used TCA several times over the years at home I found that using a hair dryer In high cold button is better than a fan I also use baking soda and water in a bowl with pre soaked cotton pads and apply once it is frosting - it will self neutralize and it is not necessary but cool baking soda water helped a ton I also use a antibiotic ointment instead of cream Thank you applied it well and did a great job I also do it in my chest Not at the same time did that once face and chest and it was too uncomfortable and tight Appreciate your open and honest video

[@kristivaughan3839]

I love TCA peels and I use 35% and add a little water to dilute. Pain is horrible but worth it. I do my face in sections and wait until pain is gone before doing the next section. Eyes and nose still water from the pain. And I use a blow dryer on cool setting. Then a cold wet cloth after a minute to soothe.

[@hunnibee7]

Can you please mention the ointments and oils that you use afterwards

[@anitamiko9975]

I’m with you on the TCA fence. I’ve done three or four of them from Platinum Skincare during quarantine. Several days after my last shedding I’m always convinced that these are the bomb and I’m never going to go without them etc. But then two weeks later I feel like I’m back to my regular skin. So I know exactly what you mean by those tiny lines that come and go and not being sure whether this is worth it, cumulative, lasting or temporary. I’m curious on your thoughts on tretinoin. I think that has made the biggest positive result in my skin. I’ve been on it w/ Curology for 7 months and don’t ever anticipate going without.

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Anita! That's amazing you did 3 or 4 TCAs recently! That's a lot! But, awesome if they work and give results that last a while. I'm glad you know exactly what I mean about not being sure if the results will last. I am really curious about it and would like to know! About tretinoin - that's awesome you've been on it for 7 mos and with Curology. I was just about to sign up with them! Are you having side effects? I started using tretinoin (Prescription strength 0.05) about four months ago but am only using it once or twice a week, sometimes more often. I need to be more consistent. My mom got that one for me when she was traveling. But, I want to get a proper prescription one with Curology and maybe start a little lower, not sure. I peel a lot while on it. I am so glad to hear you're having great results with it! I think the reason my peel was so deep this time was due to using tretinoin more regularly shortly before the peel. I want to be consistent with it and see how it goes!

[@anitamiko9975]

Life & DIY I had similar shedding/redness/peeling with tretinoin in the past. It took me 2 months to adjust to even this low strength of .01%. You’ll love that Curology has other actives in it (custom to your skin/goals). I’ll use up my TCAs too until I can inch up to 20%

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

You should space them further apart. Doing them too often and can actually cause what you're trying to prevent or treat.

[@anitamiko9975]

Rebecca Spratling I’ve been doing the TCA peels ever 4-5 weeks.

[@gissel7768]

@@anitamiko9975 Hello! I’m working up the courage to try TCA peels, you’re doing yours at what strength? 7%, 13% or 20%?

[@thebeautyinbalance]

You have such an impressive pain tolerance! I would be much more afraid!! I'm so glad you keep such thorough track of your progress, both times were significantly noticeable. Your skin looked amazing before but it's crazy how amazing it looks after! I've never done any kind of peel. I remember watching older videos of yours taking about glycolic acid peels but I can't remember what brand you recommended. Was it "The Ordinary?"

[@LifeDIY]

*Hey Shannon!* Thanks for watching! Too funny about the pain tolerance situation. It is so insanely painful beyond words. But, I get over it quickly! I had to cut out some of the clips of me but wanted to leave the rest so at least people know what to expect. I have a high pain tolerance but it is still really bad. Thank you for the compliment about the skin. I'm still trying to figure out if changes are ongoing or if more treatments need to be done for that to happen, but we will see. I think glycolic peels are incredible and not really painful compared to these - and you can get great results with them over time. For someone who hasn't done them before, Amazon sells 10% and 20% glycolic peeling pads - that's kind of how I started. Then I worked my way up to a 30% peel and then higher. The peels can sometimes feel uncomfortable but nothing like TCA. :) My fav. from the ordinary is their AHA/BHA peel that is mainly glycolic.

[@thebeautyinbalance]

@@LifeDIY thank you! I will check them out 😊

[@iamcasihart]

@@LifeDIY I’d just take some Oxycodone to get through the process (I am prescribed it, before anyone comes for me). 🤣

[@ekmackenzie]

Totally LOVED your video! It helped soooo much with my peel!!

[@kristinesanta6971]

I do 35% TCA at the derm. I get them on the regular as to avoid having skin cancer removed. This is a brutal peel but better than getting hunks of skin cut out of your face!

[@helengalilee2050]

You should go to the doctor's- skin cancer is serious and doing these peels is not going to prevent it

[@carrieberetta2927]

what you can do to prevent it is apply ozonated coconut oil nightly, with a little bit of DMSO to make it penetrate deeply. Cancer cannot survive in the presence of oxygen. No need for painful peels, at least not for that purpose anyway.

[@heyyou9839]

@@carrieberetta2927rubbish pseudoscience

[@xxo5294]

Thank you for this video! I’ve had profesional chemical peels regularly of various kinds (salicylic, glycolic, both together, TCA) and home peels (salicylic abs mandelic) for almost 10 years and they are fantastic. I used to have a fav esthetician that did deep micro penning on me and immediately after she’d do a TCA peel right on top of my freshly penned skin and my peeling was very similar to yours and it produced the most dramatic results! Didn’t get penning or deep peels for 2 years because of ms rona and other factors and my skin aged a ton. I recently had my first session of penning with a new esthetician and the results are no where near as good at all. I’m not sure if it’s just that I’m older or if it was actually the TCA peel doing the heavy work. After this video I’m thinking it was the peel and I’m going to give it a go! Thank you

[@JamieNotLamie]

Please be careful if you're doing a TCA peel at home. It's a very strong acid and there's lots of little things you need to know, like applying Vaseline in the corners of your eyes so it doesn't seep in your eye, and personally I think Vaseline should cover the entire eye because the eye is so sensitive, I wouldn't do that area unless you've done TCA peels several times and you know exactly how you'll react in a sensitive area by then. Like I said, lots of things to learn, one video just won't do it! Lots of articles, videos, forums, Facebook groups and googling can be great ways to learn! You should use gauze, a q tip, or something that does not absorb much product because a cotton round can apply way too much acid when you only need a hair thin layer.

[@xxo5294]

@@JamieNotLamie thank you! I’ve had a lot of in office multi layer TCA peels directly on top of freshly micro penned skin :)

[@MultiWater123]

Thank you for showing your experience; you're brave. My question is how come you did not cover all the face at one time and you were waiting for a while before using it under your lower face? Thank you,

[@jee492]

i went from 10 to 15, 20 then 30! love the results for my acne scars

[@Supremememeleader]

You used 30? How was it?

[@kiradomochi4961]

Looks better and for some reason your veins under eye looks less visible more glowy too i def see improvements in smile line too

[@marmarc4203]

I've done about 3:30 % chemical peels TCA pills and the downtime for me was 10 days so yeah it kind of have to stock up on a lot of food because you really don't want to go out looking like that but I never did put the pill under the eye area that's very sensitive skin there and you really don't need to apply it way up by the lower lid under eye. like I said my down time was basically two weeks and i loved the results. one major thing is you don't want to do it if it's hot you do not want to sweat under that chemical peel you do not want to perspire underneath it.

[@valerienealis5717]

I use platinum skin care as well! Their products are Amazing. I have ice pick acne scars and I’ve seen a difference!

[@betterbee8488]

I just ordered from them. Can’t wait to try!

[@SoothingSoundsGL]

Your skin is so beautiful!!!

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you. The peels really help!

[@tealeaves7030]

I am done TCA peel as the same brand you had . But it did not do anything for my dark spot . Now I am going to try micro needling, and learn from you how to do both ...❤️! ...I can’t believe all of us ( women) have been done so many silly things to look beautiful!😀 but we enjoy it , right!? ...by the way, your skin look great .

[@LifeDIY]

Tea leaves, thank you! I agree, we are doing a lot of things to look better! I think it's fun though! And, I really hope you get good results with the needling. It always seems to take multiple methods to fix these things. :) ❤️

[@BBGL02]

What percentage did you buy and how many layers?

[@angelapessoaosalvadorvem.2147]

Microagulhamento é muito dolorido! mesmo com anestesia, estou usando tca primeiro vez.

[@KassidiDiNonno]

Blow dryer on cool setting helps so much!

[@KayleighJeanTarot]

Great video! I bought the 13% TCA peel and the 7% TCA eye peel kit from Platinum Skincare after seeing your last video on them, (I was late seeing it by a couple months) and I still haven't done them because it seems so intimidating! Thanks for making another video on it, I'm going to crack out my bravery hat and go for it! Would you say the peels can make your skin thinner at all in your experience? I paused on microneedling because I was worried I may have gone too deep around my eye area once at the end of 2019 and was paranoid, but I actually don't think it was that big of a deal. A higher strength Retinol helped thicken the skin again very quickly so it might have just been very slight. Hope your summer is going super well, beautiful

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Kayleigh! So happy to see your comment! I totally understand the apprehensions, especially if it's new to you. I think the 7% would be the best place to start and maybe checkout the Platinum skincare video on it. Let me know how it goes when you do it! Just be so careful with it around the eye area! So, I am really glad you asked the question about thinning skin. You gave me a whole video idea on Top TCA related questions. I like using RealSelf.com to find expert answers. I looked on there to find an answer to your question. And, a dermatologist/surgeon answered it this way: "It temporarily thins the stratum corneum (upper most dead skin layer) but more importantly, it thickens the dermis (mid-level of the skin). A series of 3-4 peels, followed by a 1-2/year peeling is a great maintenance regimen for most people." - www.realself.com/question/visakhapatnam-02-chemical-peel. I could be wrong, but I think microneedling would do the opposite of thinning things. :) But, I understand the fears! I totally agree with you about the use of a high strength retin A product to thicken and repair the skin. I am about to go through Curology to order some, though I still have some of my own left. I really hope you are having a nice summer too! :)

[@KayleighJeanTarot]

@@LifeDIY thank you so much for your thoughtful reply, and looking that up on Real Self! It's so cool that over time the TCA thickens the dermis. I'm looking forward to trying it after some upcoming appointments are over :) haha. Don't want to show up looking like a lizard molting! Your skin looks amazing BTW. Thanks for sharing your skincare journey with us

[@Surafawaz]

your skin looks amazing...do you have to stop exercising or going to the gym during the peeling process?

[@Wishesfeb29]

The temporary elevation in blood pressure (usually a great thing!), as well as the sweating, & heat, contribute to further inflammation of delicate facial skin, and prolong the healing process. Remember, you are healing burned tissue which is already inflamed. Prolonged inflammation can make your skin vulnerable to all kinds of intruders (bacteria, fungal infection). Everyone is different, and healing times can vary. As a rule of thumb, I'd give it 5 days & then see how well your skin has recovered. Not an expert here, but an experienced peeler.

[@foxadams8813]

@@Wishesfeb29 so is that a no? Lol

[@Apexpurrfection]

My first diy was a 30% tca. Ouch! I numb first now.

[@claudiaglows]

This was a great video and it was so interesting to see day by day after Your skin is incredible I have not done a TCA peel and am really too scared of it What camera do you use, Holly? I just got a new one and Luke the picture but not the sound. It really echoes. Your pic and sound are great

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Claudia! Thank you. :) I don't blame you for being nervous about TCA peels. About my camera, it is a Canon 70d. What kind of camera did you get? Also, that's exciting you got a new one! Lighting and sound are so difficult. It helps to use an external mic. I have tried many. I recently bought one recommended by a channel called ThinkMedia - the mic was really cheap and it's the BOYA by M1 Lavalier Microphone. Not sure if you can get it where you live. Otherwise there are other external mics that are usually decent. Do you think the echo is from the mic or the way your room is setup? I had to do a lot of things to fix my echoing room too. :)

[@claudiaglows]

Life & DIY thank you so much fir the recommendations, I will definitely look into the Mic I do think my room has some to do with it as well. What did you do to fix your echo problem? I got a Sony AX 53. It is exiting but so far I am not quite in love Btw, I tagged you in my last video

[@LifeDIY]

@@claudiaglows That is really cool about the new camera and I hope you get used to using it and all that. It can be so overwhelming (for me anyway) to learn a new camera. But, it is worth it, I think! So sweet you tagged me! I was just starting your new video too! Also, with my echo problem in my room...I had to do a few things. I made these sound absorbers to go on the wall - these rectangular things with foam in them. I don't think those helped that much, but a little. I ended up buying sound absorbing blankets to hang up and that separate the room I record in. The room I record in is so huge. If in a normal house and recording and dealing with echos - it can help to have a rug or two and other furniture...unless the cause is that the internal mic just doesn't sound great. Having a lapel microphone can make a big difference, even if the room is echoey. :) If that's a word. :) If you want to know more about the sound absorbing blankets, I can look it up and email it to you as I can't recall where I bought them. Some people choose a room to record in and then hang a sound blanket on the wall - it makes a big difference. If you want more info, let me know!

[@claudiaglows]

@@LifeDIY Thank you so much for all the info! The room I record in is not that big, so it might be the mic on the camera. I will play around with a lapel mic and let you know what happens. Yes, it is overwhelming to learn no equipment, but also exiting. You are super sweet, but I can search for the sound absorbing blankets. I look forward to your skincare journey video!

[@claudiaglows]

Bilal Demiroglu hi Bilal ❤️

[@irishdream78]

Can you say what you used days in advance to prepare your skin and what you used while it was peeling?

[@roger1uk676]

Just watched your video, looked like painful torture, but what a lovely result!🙏

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Roger!

[@limitless-u]

AMAZING!!! My skin magician gal uses 30% and I would NEVER do that without her. Your peel did amazing :-)

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks so much Lisa! :))

[@alessandroismailcorbucci1778]

can you tell me how strong is the burning sensation? 1 just a tingling not uncomfortable, 2 a moderate tingling but largely tollerable, 3 is like a strong burning sensation but not painful yet, 4 is a burning sensation a little painful but that subside after some minuts 5 is a moderate pain that subside after 6 is a heavy pain bit that subside. Whith one score is correct?

[@LifeDIY]

Good question. Maybe a 4 for the first layer. A 6 for the second or additional layers. Most of the pain does subside because it neutralizes itself after a few minutes.

[@barisveesitlik9310]

Today I got TCA treatment and paid 400 dollars for it. All they did apply on my face in 5 minutes and I paid 400. Crazy. You ladies please help me where can I buy TCA peelings.

[@LifeDIY]

Sorry that is expensive! You can buy them here: www.platinumskincare.com?afmc=holly10 and that will give you a discount!

[@fairuzjahanorty3211]

When should i start using my tretinoin again after my first peeling session?

[@roxanneroxie5956]

What is the after care for the peeling process? Is it safe to put moisture?

[@AmandaMG6]

I had horrible acne scarring and did the removal myself with TCA pretty much in one go. Not that I'd recommend DIY for those that are scared of it but it did work when MANY trips to doctors did little to nothing. First I painted all of the indented scars with a tiny paintbrush. You could use a pointed qtip or a toothpick too. Over that I did a 30% to a level two frost. This incorporated what was already painted with the little brush. It took a while to fully heal. 14 days I'd say and the scabs revealed non-dented/ice picked skin. I cried and stared at it off and on for days

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I hope a lot of people see your comment. I know that not everyone wants to or even should do this at home as it is a bit risky, but it is still amazing to hear about your experiences with it. I am so happy your acne scarring is better!

[@AmandaMG6]

@@LifeDIY ❤️ I wish I was as brave as you to do a video on it! The people I have met with bad scarring would do ANYTHING to get rid of it so I def think they should know it is actually possible. Doctors and plastic surgeons aren't well versed usually.

[@LifeDIY]

@@AmandaMG6 Aww I wish you would do a video on it too! I actually haven't seen anyone do a video on this and it is a question I get a lot. You are right that there are so many people with acne scarring who are trying to get rid of it. My first thought was that microneedling might help the most, but maybe TCA is a great option to start with. I think doing them both might help even more. I am not surprised about doctors not being well versed in this. I'm assuming they would opt for a laser treatment for someone, but if you can do this safely (and way cheaper) at home, I love that as an option.

[@pethaudiddorol]

Did you go over the already applied 30% TCA point with another 30% layer after they’d frosted from being poked? Where did you get your peels from, please?

[@chrishnah]

What do you mean you cried? You said it recealed ice pick skin but it seems like you said the peel was a success. Could you describe more?

[@VoxYohannah]

I have a question about the process help me please understand: 1. Is it 1 pass or only 2 pass every 3 minutes? 2. What emollient or topical ointment can you use after the TCA cross procedure after 12 hours or 24 hours? 3. After you allow the TCA peel to sit on face for 2 minutes, do you rinse the treated area with cool water or apply a neutralizing solution and is it the same with the TCA cross you rinse it after 5 minutes? 4. What do you use to cleanse the skin prior to the TCA cross or peel is ok to use ethyl not isopropyl alcohol? TIA!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks for your questions! It’s important to follow the instructions that come with your TCA peel, as each product can have slightly different requirements. That said, here are some general tips to help: Passes: The number of passes (e.g., 1 or 2) and the time between them (such as 3 minutes) will depend on the strength of your peel and your skin’s tolerance. Some people only do 1. I wanted a deeper peel because I've done this several times already, so I did more, until I reached the type of frosting i wanted. Post-TCA Care: After a TCA cross procedure, you can typically use an emollient like Aquaphor, Vaseline, or a healing ointment to keep the area moisturized and protected. Apply it after 12-24 hours, as directed. I have a video sharing what I like to use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJbQY5uFbJp4r68. Rinsing or Neutralizing: Some TCA peels require rinsing with cool water, while others may suggest a neutralizing solution. For TCA cross, it’s common to let the solution sit for a few minutes before gently rinsing. Check the peel’s instructions to confirm. I personally rinse my face repeatedly with very cold water and I do wash it with Kirk's gentile castile soap too. Skin Prep: Most peels recommend using isopropyl alcohol (70% or higher), but ethyl alcohol may be an alternative. I would Google this to find out what experts are saying. Make sure to follow the instructions closely to ensure the best results and avoid any issues. I hope it goes well!

[@trinaaa2111]

Hello beauty, greetings from Bulgaria. I want to ask, what cream moisturized the skin during the healing process? Did you use sunscreen at home? I know that this is fundamentally important in order not to get skin pigmentation. Thank you for the information you share with us 🤗

[@gal5402]

LA Roche Posay cica plast baume always recommend by dermatologists.

[@thelittleglazeddonut]

I like platinum skincare peels but personally I find Dermalure are a lot more effective! Used both. The dermalure Jessner Peel is AMAZING!!!!

[@LifeDIY]

Hey Anthony, in your photo - your skin looks amazing. Thank you for sharing this. I have not heard of Dermalure before. I am going to check them out! Have you tried Platinum Skincare's Jessner peel? I have never done a Jessner peel before - maybe I should try one!

[@thelittleglazeddonut]

Life & DIY thanks! Been using retin-A for like 13 years. And I started doing 1-2 fraxels a year. And then the normal sunscreen, vitamin c, hydration thing lol. YESSSS Jessner peels are amazing. In fact I think I like them better than TCA. Used the platinum Jessner but again I think Dermalure are more effective. I’m about the buy the GIGANTIC BOTTLE of Jessner they offer. Try a Jessner! 14% salicylic, 14% lactic and 14% rescorcinal. And 7% of the rescorcinol is Hydroquinone so it really helps with tone and pigment! And the downtime is not bad at all. I layer my Jessner in like 5 layers, don’t have to rinse it off since it self neutralizes and I even apply my retin a the night I do the peel but not again till I’m recovered. Also Dermalure has the red carpet peel which is a copy of the V.I. peel. So thats a combo of TCA, Salicylic and retinaldehyde all in one. That’s an amazing peel as well.

[@LifeDIY]

Hey Anthony! I kept trying to reply but my lovely internet was so slow that I couldn't till now. I am amazed at how well you've been taking care of your skin. Thanks for sharing info on Dermalure's Jessner peel - I was tempted to buy one from Platinum but will get the one you recommend instead. Which peel do you think is stronger - their Jessner's or the Red Carpet Peel? Or which one do you recommend doing first? I will do a video and document my experience when I try these peels. Thanks for sharing this with me. I hope my skin can handle it!

[@gal5402]

Yes to Dermalure!

[@sterlgirlceline]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Use numbing cream and it makes the process so much more tolerable. Thank you for a great video! 🌼

[@peterandmoses]

Do you apply the numbing cream, wait, and then start the whole procedure?

[@sterlgirlceline]

@@peterandmoses Yes, I apply numbing cream first, then set up all of my materials while it is numbing. I usually leave it on about 45 min. I wipe the bulk of the numbing balm off, then wash my face really good, and then start the peel. I don’t personally need it on my neck or décolleté, just my face. Total game changer for me. I use Tac tattoo numbing and it is kind of expensive. There is probably better out there for less. I like the balm better than the cream personally. Hope this helps! 😊🌼

[@MultiWater123]

I'm watching it now, I have a lot of scars and hoping I can use it, to see if it helps my pores and scaring. Would you please let me know from day one how did you wash your face and what moisturizer did you use. Thank you so much.

[@louis84100]

This woman is absolutely flawless. Her son is going to get alllll the women 👍🏻

[@LifeDIY]

This comment made me smile :)))

[@cdrost1845]

I do TCA cross on my acne scars and it is the only thing that has ever helps since my scar are more than 15 years old. TCA 90% is what I use. Do not use that high of a percentage for a peel. 90% are only used to dab it on the areas needed. Do not use it on wide flat scars because they will widen them. Any question please ask.

[@gissel7768]

Thanks for that info, I have some acne scarring from my teen years that I thought I had to live with for the rest of my life. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@cdrost1845]

@@gissel7768 I ordered mine online and I bought a small paint brush that I applied with. I would highly suggest also purchasing numbing cream cause it burns like hell! But it only last about 3 mins and then the stinging stops. Also use gloves when applying and be super careful not to spill. Wash face good and use alchohol to wipe face before starting. I believe the bottle of TCA 90% was $25 and the numbing was probably $20. Any questions please ask

[@gissel7768]

@@cdrost1845 Great, I actually have some micro-brush applicators like dentists use, I think those will work perfect for precise application and also happen to have bought numbing cream as well. I just need the 90% where did you buy it from? Thanks for your help! 🙂

[@emilia1650]

@@cdrost1845 does it work on boxcar scars? I also have and scars I was considering doing tca cross on the bigger ones and later even everything out with a lower percentage peel

[@emilia1650]

How long do you dab the scar? One second?

[@xiaoyange939]

You look amazing! How long will the pain go away? 😅

[@bumblebeethoughts9753]

Awesome information! Ty!!! Can you numb your face first maybe? It might help a little with the burn?

[@CZarb-j5f]

Hi thank you once again. Just wanted to ask what healing ointments you use, during the peeling phase xx

[@leigh1266]

Wow!! Your skin looks gorgeous!! Im going to do this too!! Thank you for this video. I have never done a TCA peel and only used 15% or 10% AHA but i know i need a lot stronger treatment to get better results for under my eyes and to help with pores etc.

[@LifeDIY]

Leigh🌸thanks so much! I am excited for you and hope it goes well and hope you get good results. You might want to try glycolic peels first too, like a 20 or 30 percent. :)

[@emilia-qq3du]

​@@LifeDIY can you please recommend some glycolic acid that I can order with 20-30% please so I can do it at home?

[@maddyzzzzzzzzzz]

Loved this video 👍🏼 when is your next peel?!

[@Artchick1972]

I am go to start with a TCA 13% first. Great video

[@BB-78]

Dermatologists say they use acetone instead of alcohol because it removes all the grease. Idk what type of acetone. And also use Vaseline around the eyes and mouth because those areas are thin. You should use a fan. Great vid

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you!

[@35413541ful]

I watched your previous video on TCA peeling, you were my last motivator to go for it, I did a higher percentage as I have matured skin and many years of sun damage, I did 35% which I won’t recommend if you are not strongly tolerant to pain, I had beautiful results though, however, since aging won’t stop even w/TCA I am searching if less painful alternatives would be available with similar results. Such as microneedling

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Angelica! The pain is so intense! I think a good less painful alternative could be other peels like glycolic, mandelic, salicylic, etc :)

[@BippyGrace]

You did 35% on your face???? I prepped for a month and did 15% and will probably stay at 15% and do monthly peels on my face instead of going harder core. My body skin needs a higher % but even then, I thought 35% was only for surgical scars on the body. You're hard core.

[@johnrevolinski7695]

Recently (21days ago) had TCA 30%) peel by doctor. First one ever, great results

[@LifeDIY]

That is awesome! I really want to do one again soon.

[@neilfpv]

I want to try TCA peel. At the moment, I did a lactic acid 50% peel. I'm not sure if I'll see peeling in the next few days. Anyways, with TCA peel, should we wash our face daily? Do you put moisturizer?

[@iqrarana2783]

I really like the way you explained every bit of the process and take us through your journey but there's still a thing which wasn't cleared to me. Did you wash off the peeling solution after a while or let it rest till the next morning?

[@clboymom9467]

Have you done a series of them yet? Are they worth it?

[@lionessofel3203]

Ive heard people use numbing cream before they do this. Let sit for an hr, wash off with soap and water, dry face and then de fat it before applying peel.

[@LifeDIY]

Yes, some people do this (maybe many!). I don't like how I feel when using a numbing cream - it seems to get into my system and effect me in a negative way. I'll probably do a video on this someday as there is research on that topic and people should be careful with it. But, even with that aside, I would prefer to feel what is happening with the TCA peel because you'll be able to feel when it neutralizes. I just find it helpful though the pain is unbelievable!

[@lionessofel3203]

@@LifeDIY I am looking into doing tca peels, thank you for your opinion on this. I am concerned with the pain lol.

[@miumiu6736]

You are so stunningly beautiful... I allways visualized SNOWWHITE looking and sounding like you😍

[@LifeDIY]

Miu Miu, that is the sweetest comment. :) I looked so terrible in much of this video! So thank you! I appreciate you always stopping by and watching!

[@anitamiko9975]

Omg yes! Snow white is spot on. Or at least my image of the character ;)

[@miumiu6736]

@@LifeDIY never saw you looking terrible ..what are you talking about? We are our own hardest judge...👸🏻

[@drfatimasyed1703]

Hey I wanted to get some advice from you on doing this procedure can you please tell me for how long do you keep this tca peel on before washing and second how long to wait between two sessions of this peel?

[@LifeDIY]

Sure, no problem. From what I've read, it would be fine to do a treatment like this 1x a month, if you're doing a series of these peels. It depends on your skin and if you can tolerate it. If someone can do a series of these peels, they can get some great results. I don't do them very often personally and haven't done one in more than a year. But, I want to do one soon. When it comes to how long I leave it on the skin, that one is a bit more difficult to answer. I likely leave it on for a five minutes. The peels I purchase come with a little booklet and instructions on timing, especially if you're new to doing these peels. Here are some more details about the peel and also instructions and aftercare: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK547752/. I hope it helps!

[@P3ak930]

Pretty amazing. So many questions....all pertaining to aftercare immediately post application and the days that follow. Do you have a suggested regimen? Andddd what do you think of jessner right before tca to prep and increase efficacy.

[@airplanemode6757]

Wow do you do fillers or botox too? Your skin is amazing you look amazing

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you. :) I have never done fillers or botox.

[@angel33333333]

37...you literally look 27 or 28 ish

[@LifeDIY]

38 now and thank you so much

[@Dianimika]

@@LifeDIY whatttttt excuse meee wow you look grestttttt

[@puppyloky]

I thought she was my age, 28 lol

[@vgloveforlife]

Even early 20s easily. She looks really great!

[@littlequeen22]

You never see someone with aged skin doing a peel. Everyone already has smooth skin.

[@luxygrl83]

Shes doing something right ti be 38 and have skin that looks like shes 21

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Courtney! Regular glycolic peel use has helped my skin stay younger looking more than anything. :)

[@sammiesam3009]

@@luxygrl83 You must have great skin

[@nicolcacola]

@@luxygrl83 38, wow!

[@dont4getaboutuss]

@@LifeDIY what glycolic peel do you use?

[@Sunshinelotus22]

I ordered some peels feom Platinum and I will do them soon. I will start with Glycolic 30% on my face and 20% on my body. I had fillers 4 years ago and after having some of them disolved as they migrated, I started having some changes in my body, one of them beeing thinning skin all over my body, especially legs. Is so thin, my dermatologist said it looks 20 years older than my age. I am wondering if TCA peels help with building collage and thickening the skin and if it works the same on the body. ❤

[@lorrainecole3703]

Great video. Do you never do your neck and chest?

[@lisapamelahart]

GIrl tell us about your hair routine

[@MGamero1318]

Can you please advice on how to incorporate this onto my routine? I micro needle the first of every month, would it be safe to do the peel the middle of the month? Or skip micro needling the month off?

[@lesleymidei7057]

Hi, great video, can you tell us about the ointment that you used and when and how often you used it please.

[@julietteluus510]

Wow, this was a great video!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you!

[@ProphetRay]

i have deep acne scars on my cheeks so i'm probably going to start with the level stuff and move up thank you for posting i have oil skin so it shouldn't be so bad

[@andresv8856]

I am new to all this skin care. Do you think this would help with sun damage? I used to be outdoors for hours every day for at least 9 years without any sunscreen. I just want my old skin color back.

[@cwhipple5744]

What percent peel did you use? Also after washing it off did you put anything on your face afterwards? Moisturizer or oils, anything? Sorry to ask but I really want to do a peel but Im also nervous about it. So the peel can actually go under the eyes too?

[@lr38]

Gorgeous skin!!!

[@lori9621]

Great information, thank you! I'm a new subscriber. Is it helpful to use topical analgesics before applying the acid? To help ease the pain?

[@Loralarify]

Hi- I just bought a 13% TCA peel- I haven’t tried it yet because I’m so scared… I think when/IF, I try it, I’ll only do it really lightly with the cotton pad being very lightly saturated and not super wet. I’ve been using retinols and glycolic acids for several years. Is it okay to put a lot of moisturizer or oils on your face?

[@homyraakter2065]

My skin looking dark as like inside my skin burn i dnt know how to recover

[@kimking4224]

Exactly what I needed to see thank you!

[@LifeDIY]

You're so welcome!

[@harikrishnacr816]

Please reply The Chemical skin peeling Solutions like Alfa Hydroxy Acid- (Glycolic,Lactic) Beta Hydroxy Acids (salicylic Acid) Trichloroacetic acid which is more better and has no side effects

[@harikrishnacr816]

Please name the TCA peel you used in this video and where you buy this one? And Where i can get this? Details about your product?

[@fauxPainting]

Thank you... Can you please Share with us before preparing and after care you did not explain

[@brittneyconstable1577]

Have you ever microneedled BienPeel or BioReelPeel into the skin before? I’m thinking about doing it instead of TCA peel after summer.

[@megancasper3525]

Good results! Have you noticed if your skin is still red months later? I read where the skin stays sensitive to sun and has a red tint to it

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks, Megan! Definitely have not had that luckily. My skin was pinkish though for the first couple weeks and I just kept using arbutin (to prevent hyperpigmentation) and lots of sunblock.