Jessner peeling: types and features

Peeling procedures are gaining popularity among women recently. Peeling is a stimulation of the process of updating the upper layers of the skin, thanks to which it is possible to get rid of dead cells, stimulate the production of collagen, and get rid of a number of cosmetic defects. Jessner peeling has a similar effect.

Jessner peeling is a procedure aimed at cleansing, rejuvenating and healing the skin. The second name "Hollywood peeling" procedure was due to its popularity among Hollywood divas. This type of peeling is classified as chemical, since the effect on the epidermal cells is carried out by means of a special composition applied to the skin. The procedure owes its appearance to a doctor named Jessner.

He first began to use a similar composition as an antibacterial and anti-inflammation aftershave. It was first tested by submariners, whose flowering appearance caused a more detailed study of the composition of aftershave. Later, cosmetologists adopted this tool, starting to use it as a peeling.

Jessner peeling can be done in the salon or at home. True, in the latter case it is important to observe sterility, to have the necessary cosmetological knowledge and skills, as well as accurately determine the needs of the skin.

Resorcin (Resorcin) demonstrates exfoliating, antibacterial and whitening "abilities", and also activates the other 2 components, enhancing their effect. Resorcinol is 14% in the peeling mixture.

The presence of this component is indicated by the inscription Lactic Acid on the composition for the Hollywood procedure, it occupies 14% of the mixture. Sometimes a recipe suggests the presence of this ingredient in an amount of 20% of the composition, in which case the latter has a more pronounced exfoliating effect.

Lactic Acid is responsible for moisturizing and toning the skin, helps exfoliate dead cells and stimulates the production of skin's own collagen. Acid also helps eliminate age spots, scars.

It is designated as Salicylic Acid and has an anti-inflammatory and drying effect (this makes it especially useful for oily and problem skin), acts as an antiseptic, and helps prevent itching after the procedure. The maximum allowable amount in the composition is up to 14%.

The solvent in the composition of Jessner is ethyl alcohol, which is due to the sharp alcoholic aroma that appears during the procedure. Modern manufacturers introduce additional components into the composition for a more pronounced one or another effect of the procedure. So, the addition of citric acid to the composition helps the product better fight wrinkles and age-related skin changes. Water cannot be used to neutralize the composition, but a special liquid should be used.

For sensitive skin with a superficial procedure, you can choose formulations that, in addition to the required components, include papaya, pumpkin, glycolic acid enzymes. These ingredients make the procedure less aggressive.

With superficial peeling, an effect occurs at the level of external skin cells, which improves skin color, eliminates bumps, small wrinkles, minor defects. As a rule, surface peeling is used when caring for young and mature skin without significant problems, and they also use the surface procedure as a preparatory procedure for more serious cosmetic procedures (deep peeling, plastic surgery). After superficial peeling, the skin recovers quickly enough, as a rule, it takes 3-4 days. A slight peeling is possible at this time.

Median peeling implies an effect on the deeper layers of the skin, due to which the effect of the procedure is better. It is possible to smooth out quite noticeable wrinkles, to cope with post-acne, increased pigmentation. After such a procedure, noticeable peeling of the skin always appears, and the healing process stretches to a week.

As for the technology of the procedures, they differ only in the depth of penetration of the peeling composition under the skin. The penetration rate of the latter is controlled by the number of layers applied. With the surface procedure, one layer of the mixture is superimposed, with a deep number of layers increases to 2-3.

The popularity of Hollywood peeling is due to several advantages that characterize it:

• the composition is safe, does not cause burns, rarely provokes allergies and contains anti-inflammatory components, which facilitates the rehabilitation process;
• the procedure is relatively painless, does not require mechanical action, the use of painkillers, the composition does not cause burning;
• the versatility of the composition, which solves many skin problems, is suitable for both superficial and deeper effects, for people with different skin types;
• rather quick rehabilitation without the need to change the usual way of life (with superficial peeling, the skin does not peel off much, a woman does not have to limit her meetings with other people);
• promptness of the procedure, sufficient accessibility of the procedure in relation to price;
• noticeable and lasting result, pronounced lifting effect already a few hours after the procedure.

A couple of days before peeling, it is recommended to apply special formulations with fruit acids to the skin. They will help soften the upper layer of the skin, which will further increase the effectiveness of peeling.

Cleansing is carried out in 2 steps - first, particles of dirt, dust, cosmetics are removed from the skin. To do this, use a mild makeup remover with a neutral or close level of acidity. The second phase of cleansing is the degreasing of the skin using alcohol lotions.

Jessner's composition is applied to the prepared and cleaned skin with a thin uniform layer. A special brush should be used, moving from the forehead to the chin and applying the product along the massage lines.

After 7-10 minutes, the effect of salicylic acid reaches its limit, as evidenced by a whitish coating and dullness on the surface of the treated skin. By this time, you need to apply another layer of the composition, if median peeling is provided, or neutralize the existing layer.

The maximum number of layers with deeper peeling is 5, and each subsequent one increases the rehabilitation time after the procedure.

Wash off the composition with water, and then apply a moisturizing mask to the skin. Sometimes a mask is applied immediately on top of the peeling, in which case after 3-4 hours you need to wash yourself with water and lubricate the skin with a moisturizing cream with a regenerating effect (usually panthenol is included in such products).

After the procedure, in addition to peeling, redness and slight swelling of the tissues, increased sensitivity of the skin to heat and cold are possible. This is a normal reaction, or rather, the expected complications. They do not always appear and not at all, and with proper post-peeling care pass without a trace.

After the procedure, the skin condition noticeably improves - a healthy glow and a beautiful shade appear, skin tone increases, a pronounced lifting effect is found. Problem skin becomes cleaner, greasy shine is eliminated, comedones go away. Peeling can be used as one of the components of the complex treatment of acne.

You can get an idea of ​​the effect of the procedure by analyzing customer reviews, as well as by looking at their photos before and after the procedure. In this case, marked progress is noticeable after a course of procedures in the treatment of acne.After the procedure, the number of rashes decreased, inflammation and its characteristic redness were eliminated.

There is a rejuvenating effect of the Jessner composition - the skin has become taut after the procedure, small wrinkles were smoothed out, complexion improved significantly. As a result, the client began to look 5-7 years younger.

To obtain the maximum positive effect, as well as consolidate the result, the procedure is carried out in courses. The number of procedures in the course is determined by a specialist. As a rule, about 8-10 procedures are required for oily and problematic skin, 5-6 sessions are enough for dry and normal skin. Regardless of their number, sessions are held for 3-5 weeks. An important point - by the time of the next session, the skin should completely recover.

As a rule, the first sessions are a superficial peeling. After the skin is prepared, perform median procedures. The effect of the procedure lasts from a couple of months to six months.

Jessner peeling is recommended for skin that has lost its tone, with the appearance of small and medium wrinkles, the first manifestations of withering skin, its dull color. Indications for the procedure allow you to use it in the fight against oily and problem skin. Peeling will eliminate excessive greasiness, cope with seborrheic dermatitis, effective for the treatment of acne and post-acne, elimination of black spots.

Hollywood peeling is indicated for ingrown hair, to eliminate freckles, age spots, traces of scars. As for the time of the procedure, it is better not to do Jessner peeling in the summer, postponing the procedure to the autumn-winter months.

Contraindications to the procedure apply to cases of allergies and individual intolerance to the components for peeling. Acute infectious diseases, an acute period in chronic diseases - all these periods are also not suitable for the procedure. It should be abandoned if there is fresh inflammation on the face, large moles in the treatment area, wounds, skin integrity disorders, rosacea. Diabetes mellitus, mental disorders, HIV, serious diseases of the liver, kidneys and heart should also be the reason for refusing to clean the skin.

It is unacceptable to carry out the procedure during pregnancy, with cancer, some dermatological ailments. If a cosmetic procedure has recently been carried out, and the skin has not fully recovered, Jessner peeling (however, like any other) cannot be performed. The procedure is incompatible with treatment using retinoids, medications based on menthol, camphor. You can not apply the composition for peeling on top of a fresh tan.

During menstruation, an increase in the pain threshold of the body is possible, so the procedure may seem painful. In addition, during this period, certain hormonal changes occur, so the result of peeling may be unexpected, and the composition can cause allergies. A similar situation is observed during the procedure during lactation and with the use of hormonal drugs.

To obtain the maximum result from the procedure and its fixing it is extremely important to ensure the correct post-peeling skin care. For 1-3 months, you should refuse to visit the sauna and bath, do not sunbathe.Going out into the street during the rehabilitation period, you need to apply sunscreen with a high degree of protection.

During peeling, replace the hot tub with a cool shower., moderate physical activity and refrain from playing sports, so as not to cause excessive sweating. During peeling of the skin, up to its full recovery, you can not use decorative cosmetics, scrubs, creams, in addition to moisturizers. The latter should include additional components that accelerate healing.

During peeling, you should strive to touch your face with your hands as rarely as possible, it is strictly forbidden to break off scaly skin particles, since such actions can cause scars.

See how Jessner peels can be found in the next video.