What chemicals are in a Jessner peel?
Jessner’s peel This is a medium-strength peel that’s made up of three primary ingredients (salicylic acid, lactic acid, and resorcinol).
What percentage is a Jessner peel?
A Jessner is comprised of 14% Lactic acid, 14% Salicylic acid, and 14% Resorcinol. Lactic acid is a tyrosinase inhibitor and gently exfoliates the top layer of the skin. It stops pigmentation from forming! Salicylic acid penetrates and dissolves oil and skin debris that causes blackheads and whiteheads.
How do you make a Jessner peel?
Apply Jessner Peel to your skin using cotton pads or gauze and leave it on for 3 to 5 minutes. Layering can increase the depth of peeling. No need to neutralize. Do not wash face or apply anything for up to 12 hours.
Which peel is stronger jessner or TCA?
Jessner peels are milder than TCA peels and are recommended for patients with darker skin tones or for those who suffer from melasma. Jessner peels can be used to improve the tone and texture of the skin, reduce the appearance of large pores, and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
How deep does a Jessner Peel go?
about 7 to 8 days
As you read above, Jessner solution is a medium-depth peeling agent, which means the combination of ingredients only affects the upper layer of the dermis. It is a leave-in solution that is self-neutralizing and takes several days to complete the peeling process (typically about 7 to 8 days).
How often can I get a Jessner peel?
every 4 weeks
If the treatment is intended to solve a significant problem, Jessner’s peels can be performed every 4 weeks depending on the condition of the skin.
What is the deepest chemical peel you can get?
Phenol peels are the deepest type of chemical peel. They penetrate the skin deeper than AHA peels or TCA peels to address more serious imperfections such as blotchiness, coarse wrinkles, and acne scars.