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Safest Chemical Peel for Home Use?

I had acne which has cleared up mostly but now I still have the problem of mild acne scarring, and enlarged pores. I was thinking of trying a 15% TCA Peel but having read so many negative reviews of scarring from it afterwards, I have thought to instead get something else such as a Jessner's peel.

I am not going to have this done professionally so which do you think, will I have more success with?

Asked 31 months ago by kiyotaka in US-east

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acne scars

Jessner's Peel will give you the least problems

I don't recommend any at home peels but if you are going to do it anyway then Jessner's chem peel will be safest. When most patients say they have acne scars, they really mean they have discolorations- not true scarring. True scarring is a texture change such as depressions or elevations as bumps or ridges. A color change is not a scar, but most patients refer to their discoloration as a scar. I would plan on doing 5-6 jessners peels to even out the color problems. The peels can be done... more

David Hansen, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

OTC Glycolic Acid Peels OK

To have a truly effective peel, you should have one performed by a physician who has had experience with peels. Thus, I would only recommend dermatologists or plastic surgeons in an in-office procedure. Not only are these specialities trained to do chemical peels, but we are able to handle potential complications. Further, peeling agents can vary from company to company. Preparations vary. Most of us have found vendors whom we trust for consistency and quality. For instance, 20% TCA... more

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

Virginia Beach Dermatologist

Chemical peels

I would not recommend at home peels. It is better and safer to have them done by a trained physician so that it is done in a safe controlled manner.

Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS ASPS

Chemical Peels should be done in the office

There really is not safe and effective peel for home use. The reason why peels are done in the doctor's office is because these are really chemicals that can cause real damage if not used properly. Please consider this before attempting any peel at home.

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David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

ASPS

Safest Chemical Peel for Home Use

NONE The peels such as TCA should be only done by professionals. At home use products might not have the same standards and controls i.e., it might say 15% but in reality was 25%. Also the right way to do a peel is not something you can achieve at home. If you do not want to see a professional for acne related chemical peel, you should instead try this; Wash the hands with antibiotic soap for at least 30 seconds, not to touch the face without washing hands or using a hand sanitizer,... more

Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon

Wet blanket

Sorry to spoil the party, but I don't think a 15% TCA peel is going to do anything for your acne scarring. I typically use a 20-25% peel for fine lines and these are much easier to treat than acne scars. I would save the misery and go see a plastic surgeon in your area who can at least go over the best options for you. After that, save your money and get the best treatment FOR YOUR PROBLEM not the best one you can afford now.