I bought jessner clinical peel to get rid of sun damage on my legs arms and hands. Will that be safe to use?

I have performed Jessner and TCA peels since 1999 and can tell you that most doctors don't spend enough time either explaining what can be expected from a Jessner peel or how to take care of the skin after the peel is done. Jessner peels can be very superficial but they can also penetrate very...

Good afternoon and thank you for your question! We typically advise patients to stop using any hydroquinone or exfoliants about five to seven days before receiving a chemical peel. Since Jessner's is a medium-depth peel I would advise stopping hydroquinone seven days prior. For more i...

Peels will not be enough to tighten skin but they will improve complexion and fine lines.  I suggest laser combinations and radiofrequency treatments (Thermage/Venus Legacy) to promote collagen.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Jessner solution usually has an expiration date on the bottle.  These dates are determined by the maker of the peel and calculated by how long it takes for the active ingredients to lose their potency.  There are other factors that can change the date too such as additives or...

Messner's peels are very effective as peel themselves. They can be used as the first agent a chemical peel treatment to allow deeper penetration of a second peeling agent like TCA. In my opinion, they can be stronger than glycolic acid peel if used with multiple passes as suggested by Dr. Emer....

Our office specializes in chemical peels. There are many technique-driven options for chemical peel administration. Also, the age of the chemical peel and its constitution may affect results. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles