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I too am a fan of Jessner peels. This can be used in all skin types. Sometimes you do see hyperpigmentation after any significant peel but this practically ALWAYS responds to appropriate treatment. I don't think you should be worried.
Excellent for all skin types and helps to improve discoloration of the skin. Combines resoreinol, lactic acid, and salicyclic acid to result in deeper penetration and greater exfoliation of the outer layers of the skin cells. The deeper exfoliation produces noticeable flaking and exfoliation in the following three to four days after the peel, and withing a week a smoother, healthier layer of skin will be revealed. Since this is a deeper peel than usual, it also is more effective in getting rid of persistent pigmentation problems. This peel can safely be used on darker skin types but cautiously. However you may want to consider a more aggressive treatment such as a laser resurfacing or microlaser peel which i do frequently to tighten and rejuvenate the entire face as well as the lower eyelids. This may be a better option for a more overall youthful appearance. Kevin Tehrani, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Jessner's peels can be performed with excellent results on patient of all skin types. As will all peels, there is a risk of hyperpigmentation and patients with darker skin are more at risk as this is how their skin responds to inflammation. This is a risk, however, that can be managed. Make sure that whoever performed your peel has experience doing peels on patients with darker skin.
The redness will likely resolve, but there is a slight risk of hyperpigmentation after the peel, so I would recommend a post chemical peel topical regimen. I use the Melarase program in my practice. Apply Melarase AM in the morning and Melarase PM in the evening to even out the color post peel...
Your rosacea may flare after a chemical peel. I would suggest a lighter peel followed by PDL to reduce the redness and rosacea. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Jessner peels are an excellent choice for patients with darker skin. Be sure to stop using the retinol product at least 3 days before the peel. All peels of a risk of irritation and hyperpigmentation so make sure you get your peel from a licensed professional who is experience...