I want to get a Jessner peel. I have never had peels or facials before. Would it matter?

Thank you for your question. In our office I would recommend the Illuminize Peel® by SkinMedica®. This peel is wonderful for first-time, chemical-peel patients, patients with mild skin imperfections or patients that are looking for brighter, more radiant skin with no downtime. This peel is appropriate for all skin types.

Dear patient, Jessner peels are relatively conservative and can be performed without much prepping even in patients with relatively sensitive skin. It is ideal for patients of color. If you develop brown spots after a cut or a burn you should discuss this with your Dermatologist. You are probably more predisposed to getting blotchy post inflammatory discoloration after the procedure. Those patients in my practice get treated with Retin A cream and Hydroquinone about 2 weeks prior to the peel. Jessner peels are also very operator dependent. I can do 5 or 6 passes and get a much stronger response than the usual 2-3 passes. The stronger the peel (more layers) the longer the healing time and possible for redness and blotchy skin. I hope this was helpful. Yours Dr David R.