The Jessner peel is generally safe for all skin tones and types, particularly those with oily or acne-prone skin. For individuals with medium to dark skintones, due to the increased risk of hyperpigmentation, we suggest exercising caution when perfrorming the Jessner peel and to apply minimal layers to avoid over-treating the skin. It is highly recommended for all peel users to perform a patch test before applying any peel to a large area of the skin. 
 
Chemical peels work by causing controlled damage to the outer layers of the skin, which triggers a healing response. When performing a Jessner peel, you may experience a mild to moderate burning or stinging sensation as the acid penetrates the skin. After the peel, the skin will likely be red, swollen, and tender. Over the next several days, the skin may begin to darken and peel or flake off, revealing smoother, brighter, and clearer skin underneath. 

Depending on the depth of the peel performed, the recovery time can range from a few days to a week or more. It is important to follow proper pre and post peel instructions and to avoid picking at any peeling or flaking skin that may occur.