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Is Salicylic Acid Peel 20% or Jessner Peel Safe for African-Americans with Acne?
asked 1 year ago by star8700 in Jonesboro, GA
Latest answer by Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
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Tags: acne, African American, skin type
Is it true that.. Salicylic acid peel 20% or Jessner's peel safe for African American skin? I have a light brown skin complexion with mild acne on my face and back.
3 answers to Is Salicylic Acid Peel 20% or Jessner Peel Safe for African-Americans with Acne?
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Which peels are safe in darker skin
Sal acid and Jessner's peels are very safe in darker skin. The only precaution, is that one may have some additional irritation if one has been using a retin-a before the treatment and with more irritation, one could fathom some postinflammatory hyperpigmentation. Talk to your physician about whether you should stop any topical meds before the treatement.
Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
Naples Dermatologic Surgeon
Naples Dermatologic Surgeon
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"Chemical Peel Safety in African Americans"
As an African American board certified dermatologist, I have a great deal of experience treating African American and skin of color in general. I find Salicylic acid, Glycolic acid and Jessner solution to all work well. I will also sometimes combine these peels with Microdermabrasion and products for accelerated and more comprehensive results. The type and strength of the peel used will be determined by several factors: retained dead skin...
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Jessner and Salicylic Acid Peels great for Acne in African-Americans
These 2 peels are very safe and effective for both acne and hyperpigmentation. I routinely employ them as part of acne therapy in all skin types, including African-American skin. I acutally routinelyl use a 25%-35% salicylic acid peel, and have treated hundred of African-Americans safely. Be sure you consult with a Board Certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon with experience in chemical peeling of skin of color.
Jeffrey C. Poole, MD
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon