Is It Okay to Do a Jessner Peel Before I Go on Vacation I Didn't Know if the Sun Exposure Would Damage my Face?

Your skin may be sensitized to the sun after a Jessner peel. Make sure to apply sunscreen and use a skin lightener such as Melarase after your peels to avoid pigmentation. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Hello ldw,Thank you for posting your question. Avoidance of sun is extremely important following a chemical peel. We recommend avoiding heavy exposure for 2 weeks (ex. sunbathing, tanning beds). If you are outdoors you should be wearing a SPF of 50 along with a hat to protect. Chemical peels help turnover your dead skin cells, as a result, you have fresh new skin that is susceptible to sun damage. Hope this helps!Best wishes,Dr. Michael J. BrownNorthern Virginia Plastic Surgeon