Over exfoliation due to alpha hydroxy

I used a alpha hydroxy cream on my forehead and eyes and found out that i over exfoliated my skin. i am only 29 i now have wrinkles on my forehead that i've never had before and also under and above my eyes what would be the best way to get my skin back to the way it was.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
This can be due to irritant contact dermatitis which is inflammation resulting from contact with acids, alkaline materials such as soaps and detergents, cosmetics, or other chemicals.

Avoid using any lotions and creams over the face for the meantime. Wash your face with a mild cleanser with moisturizing properties like Cetaphil. Pat your face dry. Then apply a good hypoallergenic moisturizer over the area and see if this improves. If the symptoms still persist then you can apply mild steroid like dermacort.

If the irritation persists then please get it evaluated from a dermatologist. The the other treatment options have to be considered.
I hope it helps. Take care and regards.