Peeling at home
Not always and not everyone has the opportunity to visit a beauty salon; in this case, you can buy a low concentration solution and perform the procedure yourself.
To avoid side effects, you need to carefully read the instructions and strictly follow the proposed technique:
- Prepare the skin - remove makeup, wash thoroughly, wipe with a cotton pad soaked in antiseptic.
- Apply the composition in the following order: forehead, temples, chin, cheeks and nose. Avoid the area around the eyes.
- There may be a burning sensation, which is normal. After 2-3 minutes, a white coating appears on the surface of the dermis - this is the reaction of salicylic acid.
- After no more than 5 minutes, repeat the process (at home it is not recommended to use more than two layers).
- Make a moisturizing mask over the peeling.
- Wash off the product after 4 hours.
For up to 7 days, the skin has a red tint and peels off, then it recovers, becomes smooth and healthy in color. The second session is carried out after 6 weeks.
Aftercare
During the post-peeling period, it is important to adhere to the following recommendations:
- you cannot steam your face (take a hot bath, visit a bathhouse, sauna);
- avoid exposure to direct sunlight, avoid tanning in a solarium;
- reduce physical activity to neutralize excessive sweating;
- refuse to swim in the pool or natural bodies of water;
- do not use absolutely any cosmetics;
- Under no circumstances should you peel off any crusts that have formed.
You can take care of your skin and speed up the cleansing process by washing with slightly acidified water and applying creams from the pharmacy (Solcoseryl, Bepanten or Panthenol) up to 5 times a day. Upon completion of rehabilitation, the use of a cream with UV protection becomes a mandatory rule.
Advantages and disadvantages
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Retinoic (retinol, yellow) peeling
So, I begin my story. The case began in 2011. I'm 22. It was. With foundation. 2011.
I seem to look good with foundation on my face. Of course, at first glance, nothing catches my eye from afar, and honestly no one emphasized this to me. What is this? These are holes on the cheeks - post-acne! They are small, deep, with clearly defined edges. I cured my acne and was happy and smiling. Photo from 2010. “Ripples” on the cheeks, without foundation.
It was my smile that captivated the blue-eyed, tall, slender man...
But on the first date, my husband so, not very tactfully, asked the question - what are these holes on your face? He’s tall, it’s easier for him to see everything from above, and another cockroach has taken up residence in my head. He sat there, I fed him. After all, for your beloved husband you want to be the most beautiful. Stupid right? You have to be yourself, be confident, and his little eyes can see what they are taking. Of course, in response, I clung to his nose in order to divert attention from myself.
In 2013, October, November, December, I did three, THREE, procedures of the most powerful laser for removing imperfections from the skin - CO2 laser behandling. This is how happy I was after CO2 laser behandling, hoping for results. It smelled like burnt meat! It peeled off and nothing, everything was in place, it didn’t even move from a dead point. The edges were sharp and clearly defined and remained so.
Another year has passed. 2014, December. It's itching...
This is the skin I came with for retinoic peeling: Skin before retinoic peeling Skin before retinoic peeling Skin before retinoic peeling Skin before retinoic peeling
I went to see a new cosmetologist, and she recommended yellow retinoic peeling to combat my holes. I agreed. Before the peeling, we gave me two light acid peels with a week interval between each.
I came on the appointed day and time for the yellow peeling, I was warned in advance that I would wear the yellow mixture on my face for 7 hours without washing it off.
Well, washed me. Spread the mixture and...
I sat for half an hour with two fans, waving to make it easier. I rubbed such huge calluses on both hands from the fans...on my thumb, index finger, and palm.
Now I’m writing and remembering it like a bad dream. My terribly painful CDs seemed sweeter, you can find a more comfortable position, take a pill, but here you just sit out of despair and don’t know where to turn... five minutes later there was swelling, an allergic reaction to a huge amount of vitamin A (that same retinol), but now I know how I'll look like a grandma. Then I saw tears from my eyes in the mirror, they flowed spontaneously... I felt so sorry for myself. Of course, I wanted to be pitied and told the cosmetologist that I would no longer come to this procedure, it was too painful, she began to assure me that everyone came voluntarily and with joy, after seeing the result.
I went home; it was a 3.5 hour train ride. No one pointed a finger or even paid attention. This is probably because the color of the mixture matched the color of my jacket. She wore a medical mask so as not to frighten others with her appearance.
I scared my husband, put myself to sleep separately, on the sofa, I needed to wash my face at two in the morning.
I washed my face with an ordinary cleanser and smeared myself with the cream that the cosmetologist sold for the post-peeling period. She smeared it and went under her husband’s wing.
The next day after the retinoic peeling. The second day after the peeling. On the second day everything started to peel off. From the mouth. This is where the muscles work the most. In order not to scare everyone, I wore a medical mask. She ate separately from her husband. But his curiosity about what was happening to me got the better of him and, so be it, he looked into the crack. The mask does not fit tightly. He gave it away - you're a corpse, a zombie. Third day after peeling. Third day after peeling. Fourth day after Fourth day after Almost everything has peeled off
You can’t tear anything off, so I took nail scissors and cut off all the rags. I applied the cream twice a day. A week later everything was peeling off, the skin was beautiful, but the holes were mine!!!
Demodicosis! A couple of days after the final skin change! He took me by surprise. The cosmetologist did not warn about the consequences. But that is another story. I dealt with it, but it took a long time, with the help of special soap. And alas, demodicosis ruined those areas of my face where everything was beautiful, new holes appeared...... You cannot catch demodicosis, it is not an infectious disease. This mite lives on everyone, only when there is a huge number of it, problems appear on the skin. It multiplies under certain factors unfavorable to the skin. Demodectic mange Demodectic mange
But let’s go back to what the cosmetologist told me - “Everyone comes voluntarily and with joy, after seeing the result.”
No, this is not about me. I will not agree at gunpoint! CD is enough for me for now and even the same CO2 laser behandling was a more “comfortable” procedure, and after it no demodicosis or rashes were observed.
Can I recommend it?
Now and always, women are in pursuit of beauty and youth and agree to all kinds of executions and manipulations. But this retinoic peeling is such masochism!!! And the consequences from it can be very dire.
I’ve calmed down already, let them be. I'm a leaky person.
Right cheek, what the skin looks like in 2015 Left cheek, what the skin looks like in 2015
In the interval between CO2 laser behandling and retinoic peeling there were manipulations in the form of injection and non-injection mesotherapy.
Popular product brands
There are a large number of ready-made formulations on sale according to Jessner’s recipe for self-use at home.
All of them include salicylic, lactic acid and resorcinol as the main active ingredients. Additional components may also be present.
It is better to entrust the selection of the optimal drug, taking into account individual characteristics and age, to a cosmetologist. Independent use of chemical compounds without prior consultation with a professional can lead to the development of complications.
Here is a list of the most popular drugs that have proven good results and safety of use:
Onmacabim "CL-1"
Country of origin: Israel.
Indications include all skin types (oily, pigmented, problematic, combination, normal). Age recommendations: 30+, 40+. Belongs to the professional category.
The instructions note: anti-aging, antibacterial effect, lightening, lifting, matting, narrowing enlarged pores, toning, skin renewal.
Available in liquid form in 50 ml bottles. The average price for the drug “Onmakabim” in online stores and pharmacies is 3,000 rubles.
MESOESTETIC "Mesopeel Jessner"
Country of origin: Spain.
Indicated for use from 18 years of age, for all skin types, including sensitive.
Due to the presence of lemon extract in the composition, it has pronounced whitening properties. Delicately removes dead particles of the epidermis, gives a healthy tone, moisturizes, nourishes, improves texture, and reduces the risk of acne.
Cost - 6000 rubles (50 ml).
Janssen Cosmetics "Exfoliation System Exfoliator 20"
Country of origin: Germany.
Gentle peeling for the face and neck area, suitable for teenagers.
Contains natural fruit AHA acids (glycolic, tartaric, citric).
Has a gentle effect. Removes signs of fatigue, smoothes out fine wrinkles, evens out the relief. One bottle of 50 ml will cost 2,300 rubles.
BCMED "Jessner Solution Peel"
Country of origin: USA.
Made according to a classic recipe, it rejuvenates the skin, fights pigmentation, acne and post-acne, and relieves inflammation.
Among the purposes are therapeutic and preparatory exfoliations for hyperkeratosis, dysfunction of the sebaceous glands, and scars.
Price - from 2600 rubles (30 ml).
MedPeel
Cosmetic brand from Kira Labs, USA.
The manufacturer produces several drugs containing salicylic and lactic acids of varying concentrations. They increase the elasticity of the dermis, cleanse and tighten pores, even out the shade, and slow down the aging process.
Medpil peelings are sold in 60 ml bottles at a price of 2,500 rubles.
Medic Control Peel "Salicylicpeel", JS
Country of origin: Russia.
Classic Jessner peeling is effective for keratosis and age-related changes, suitable for women over 50 years old.
The degree of impact depends on the application protocol used. More layers give a more pronounced result.
The product Medikontrolpil is produced in the form of a liquid; a 30 ml bottle costs 5,000 rubles.
Sesderma "Melaspeel"
Country of origin: Spain
The company has developed a whole course of peelings to solve skin problems. They differ in the concentration of active substances. In addition to traditional components, they contain additional: citric, mandelic, kojic acids.
Effective against acne, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, hyperpigmentation.
The price for 60 ml is from 7,000 rubles.
NEW PEEL "Anti-Aging Peel"
Country of origin: Spain.
A modified version of Jessner's composition without resorcinol. Designed for the prevention and treatment of bioaging, improving the visual characteristics of the dermis, renewal and rejuvenation.
Buyanov Sergey Yurievich (Expert Doctor):
The product without resorcinol acts softer and faster. But the gain in speed shortens the duration of the cosmetic effect. Peeling "Anti-Aging Peel" is used to obtain quick, although short-term results.
A 50 ml bottle will cost 3,900 rubles.
The essence of peeling
Developed by American military medic who served on a submarine, Max Jessner.
At first it was an antibacterial aftershave lotion for sailors. As a result of research, it was found that it also provides a rejuvenating effect.
A few years later, the modified drug acquired an improved formula. Today it includes three main components (in the classic recipe, each content is 14%):
- Salicylic acid - disinfects, relieves inflammation, accelerates regeneration processes, fights skin defects.
- Lactic acid - removes dead skin cells, lightens pigmentation, normalizes hydrobalance, activates the natural production of collagen and elastin.
- Resorcinol - enhances the effect of the two previous ingredients, has whitening and antibacterial properties.
Buyanov Sergey Yurievich (Expert Doctor):
Resorcinol - the active ingredient is resorcinol, has a tanning effect. Coagulates proteins, forming a kind of film on the surface of the skin, thereby preventing the evaporation of acids. That is why the combination of three classic components has a powerful and long-lasting effect.
Jessner peeling can be carried out using one of three methods (each of which has a different concentration of active ingredients):
- Superficial - 1 layer of substance is applied. Indicated for dry skin, the need to get rid of shallow wrinkles, even out color and texture. The procedure is painless and does not cause discomfort. After it, slight peeling is possible (this is normal), which goes away after 2-3 days.
- Medium - unlike the first, it involves a three-layer coating with an interval of 5 minutes between each stage. This type of cleaning is prescribed for visible age-related changes (wrinkles, age spots, sagging), the presence of small scars and scars. The rehabilitation period lasts up to 5-7 days, accompanied by redness and the formation of dry crusts.
- Deep - the number of applications of the drug increases to 5. Allows you to get rid of significant signs of aging, has a lifting effect, makes facial contours clear, evens out tone and relief. It has consequences in the form of inflammation, pain, swelling. Unpleasant symptoms disappear 10-14 weeks after the session.
Indications for use
Jesner peeling is recommended for the following skin problems:
- acne, post-acne;
- scars, cicatrices, consequences of rashes;
- pigmentation;
- loss of elasticity;
- expression and age wrinkles;
- enlarged pores;
- dryness, flaking;
- excess sebum production;
- rosacea;
- hyperkeratosis;
- numerous freckles.
Precautionary measures
When carrying out a Jessner peel, it is worth remembering that it contains acids that can cause burns to the skin. Therefore, it is important to follow the instructions in the description of the drug.
Before you begin cleaning, you need to make sure that there are no contraindications, including:
- herpes;
- allergy to the active components of the solution;
- infectious diseases of the epidermis in the active stage;
- malignant tumors;
- diabetes;
- pregnancy, lactation period;
- mental disorders;
- violation of the integrity of the skin (cuts, abrasions, sunburn);
- increased body temperature due to ARVI;
- changes in hormonal levels;
- It is not recommended to perform the procedure in summer.
Side effects when following the rules of antiseptics and peeling techniques are extremely rare.
Possible complications include:
- inflammation is a consequence of infection;
- allergic reaction.
Cost of service in the salon
For your information, here are the prices for the procedure in some cities of Russia.
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City | Cosmetology Center | Address/telephone | Price in rubles |
Moscow | KOSMOS m. Oktyabrskaya: 1st Spasonivkovsky, no. 19 | +7 | From 2900 |
Polyclinic Otradnoe Altufevskoe highway, 28/1 | +7 | From 3500 | |
SM-Cosmetology st. Cosmonaut Volkov building 9/2 (metro station “Voikovskaya”) | +7 | From 4500 | |
Saint Petersburg | ARclinic, Varshavskaya str., 69, building 3 Moskovskaya metro station (700 m) | +7 | From 3500 |
The first family clinic of St. Petersburg on Kolomyazhsky Ave. Kolomyazhsky, 36, building 2 | +7 | 2970 | |
Volgograd | Medical Center Sfera Pugachevskaya street, 7B | +7 | 3500 |
Style Karl Marx, 5, ground floor | +7 | 1400 | |
Da Vinci Clinic Socialist street, 17, office 708-710; 7th floor | +7 | 2000 | |
Minsk Frau Martha Ave. Lyubimova, 6 | +375 29 121-76-19 | 2200 | |
Princess SPA st. Kirova, 13 | +375 44 785-8-20 | 2800 | |
IdealMed st. K. Zetkin, 16 | +375 29 107-15-84 | 2500 | |
Makhachkala | MedLife" st. Dzerzhinsky, 1 | +7 | 2300 |
Alisa st. Batyraya, 136G | +7 | 1800 | |
Ekaterinburg | Candela Pervomaiskaya street, 37, 1st floor | +7 | 2900 |
Primavera Academician Bardin, 3, Ground floor | +7 | 2500 | |
Fit-and-Beauty Mikheeva street, 2 | +7 | 2500 |