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TCA 20% + Jessner's (Lactic Acid, Salicylic, Resorcinol) Chemical Peel, 30mL each (Professional)- FREE SHIPPING

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ladies and gentlemen forget going to the spa for the same facial treatment and spending hundred of dollars that something even a baby can do.
i left this one for only one minute as instructed.
2days later my face started to scab, trust me it wasnt the prettiest thing, but i kept my face moisturised.
the whole process of scabbing took about 5days and i had clear, beautiful vibrant skin.
my skin looks like it can glow in the dark lol its so soft as a babies butt and clear.
i still have a few spots left under my chin and will be doing another treatment in 3weeks which will be next week.
BUT please do not hesitate to get this product, it doesnt take a genious to put it on your face for one minute and wash it off.

i love love this product and the seller shipment was quick.
i am also dark skin so dark skin sistas please dont hesitate to use

I'm East Asian with skin that is very prone to hyperpigmentation; blemishes can leave darkened marks for weeks if not months. I first tried applying the TCA with a cheapie art store fan brush lightly over my face. From the other reviews it should be obvious that TCA seems like a very unpredictable peel; for some reason a portion of my chin peeled way more than others and I was left with a 3/4"x1/2" long dark blotch for weeks.

I read in another review of TCA (different brand though) of someone adding some drops of it to their moisturizer. So I gave this another shot and I tried that with my favorite Cetaphil lotion (not cream) and after a few days my skin was dramatically more even-toned, soft, and translucent looking. This TCA-lotion mixture also seemed to clear up my acne scars (including that TCA-induced blotch which is gone now) much more quickly than when I tried direct application of TCA alone, and without such dramatically flaky results (though there is a bit, nothing my Clarisonic can't remove). No scabbing.

Might sound counterintuitive, but sometimes gradual, consistent application at lower strength can be more effective--unless you have the time to let your skin recover from what can really be medium-level trauma (chemical burn). Which for those of us with skin whose melanin goes crazy after a wound, is probably not good. Especially if you're trying this out and are worried about hyperpigmentation, it might be best to start out slow.

Women with color: This peel is not for us. I gave it four stars not to discourage lighter women for whom it may work just fine. We with the melanin compliment should use the LACTIC acid peels. The application methods, the stay on time, the recovery time and projected results for the TCA 20% + Jessner's peel (all acid peels actually), are not calculated with regard for our melanin, which reacts strongly against peels. Even with Lactic acid, I've learned we women with color must proceed with extreme care.
I am the exact color of Queen Latifah, flawless café au lait; I look well under my 40 years and thought I'd use a peel to maintain that edge. This TCA 20% + Jessner's peel, left on for less time than suggested by the enclosed directions, 2 minutes at most, proceeded to bubble, then frost and burn on my skin. I immediately rinsed thoroughly with cold water. Patted dry, looked in the mirror. In two small places the acid had completely lifted the top layer of skin to expose the flesh beneath--and boy did it hurt (hot spots, according to the product pamphlet).
Overall, the cheeks, forehead, and chin were deeply flushed red. And my heart sank. Where there is red--the melanin has already been alarmed--the red will turn deep brown, or black. Which it proceeded to do.
Over the course of TWO WEEKS the red skin flaked and fell off in scales. Beneath, it left taupe colored stains that over the THIRD week deepened to a dark chocolate--and this was without sun exposure, as I was embarrassed to show my face in public.
After FOUR weeks the dark chocolate stains remained, deepened even, on my once beautiful even-toned complexion. I looked like a Halloween character. Such uneven melanin concentration would take a year to eighteen months to fade--naturally.
I set to work reading all the reviews on acid peels here on Amazon. I googled acid peels and read much of the literature available, some of it advising Africans to stay away from peels altogether. I learned that LACTIC acid is the best for those of us with color.
I purchased the 35% Lactic Acid peel from Skin Laboratory, available here on AMAZON. Before applying the peel I had on hand a bottle of Vitamin E capsules (two capsules pricked with a pin readily within reach). I had also at hand, a small bottle of castor oil, as I'd noticed that in some of the peel products I'd researched AND in more than a few high-end cosmetics castor oil is a key ingredient.
I applied a very thin layer of castor oil to the dark areas and waited a few minutes for it to sink in. Then I applied the 35% Lactic Acid peel. I left the Lactic Acid peel on for 4 minutes. It hardly burned at all, perhaps because of the castor oil. I rinsed and looked in the mirror. EUREKA!! The dark marks had lifted some. I squeezed Vitamin E from one of the capsules and dabbed it on the dark areas. I felt hope. Hope that I wouldn't have to walk around spotted for 18 months. I need only reapply the peel, very carefully in graduating stages, always with the castor oil, and afterwards apply the Vitamin E.
And that's what I'm doing, twice a week. It's been two weeks since I began the Lactic Acid peel regimen, four mini-peels so far, and the stains are almost gone.
I put one tiny drop of Lactic Acid peel into a gob of castor oil, mix it in the palm of my hand and apply that at bedtime. When I wake the marks are even more faded. I wash with Kinerase PhotoFacial Cleanser from Sephora; it leaves my face incredibly bright, and youthful like no other product. The other two products in the Kinerase PhotoFacial line, the night moisturizer and the day moisturizer with SPF 50 are worthless. UNT SPF 50 works better for a quarter of the price (I got mine on Ebay). I apply the UNT, then top it with Smashbox Photo Finish Primer or Avon Magix--both of which have additional SPF and make the UNT completely disappear. I figure in another 4 weeks the marks will be entirely gone--and I'll have my confidence back by New Years 2010. I hope my drama helps you avoid the trauma.

I definitely recommend that you try this first on a test area, because the results can be variable. I used this on a 3"x3" area on my temples which is scarred from years of acne. I prepared the area about 1 week in advance with tretinoin 1% cream for increased depth of peeling and to prevent any hyperpigmentation. After cleaning the area thoroughly with soap and water, I followed with isopropyl alcohol 70% to degrease the area, since surface oil can hinder the penetration of the acids. I found that applying the Jessner's solution alone caused some Level II frosting (white frosting with red area showing through) with pretty intense stinging, but following with the TCA did not really increase the depth of peeling. I found that surprising because TCA should be a much stronger acid than the Jessner's solution. The frosting went away after about 30 minutes, which was replaced by redness. It took about 7 full days for all the brown scab to fall off. After the healing, I saw some moderate improvement in texture and minor improvement in scarring. Overall, I feel comfortable using this in a larger area of my face since I know how my skin reacts. I strongly recommend that you do some research (I read portions of dermatology procedure texts) before attempting this to prevent complications.

I've been using a 20% TCA from Platinum Skin Care for 6 months or so, and when I accidentally spilled it, I decided to try a cheaper brand. I figured there wasn't much difference in brands, but I was wrong. With the PSC peel, I get a nice even peel in 2-3 days, and it's easy to remove the peeled skin, leaving my skin looking smooth and young. With this one, it has been a week, and my skin is rough, itchy, and looks old and thick, but there has been minimal peeling and only in patches. I did my face, chest, upper shoulders, arms and hands, so it's pretty much a mess. I've been applying emu oil and copper as before, but it's not helping. I guess I'll wait a month, get more PSC peel, and see if I can get back to looking normal. I don't have a clue why this isn't working like it's supposed to, and I'm definitely not affiliated with PSC, don't even particularly like their customer care, but I'll stick with the one that delivers for me.

I have been spending $200 a month for microderms and facials. I may not have to get another microderm or facial ever. I used the Jessner and the 20% TCA Peel in very small amounts on my Sebaceous Hyperplasia (facial bumps created by oily skin) and acne with a couple drops on a cotton qtip. I did not want to use a guaze pad as I felt that I only wanted a light peel and had to return to work the next day. I also applied a second coating of the TCA with the qtip on some areas an hour later. The bumps went away and my acne is nearly gone with one treatment. Just remember that a little goes a long way and to wait 12 hours before you reapply a third spot treatment, as some light brown scabs have formed on my trouble spots. I anticipate they will peel and fade. I wouldn't recommend a stronger percentage, since I don't want to burn my skin and take two weeks off from work. I don't have the time to spare. Wow, to think I was going to spend at the Dr.'s office $1,500 for a TCA Peel or $4,000 for a Total FX Laser treatment for my skin. This is the answer to my skin problems at a fraction of the price in a Dr.'s or Aestheticians' office.

I am African American female of the darker complexion. We have a hard time finding products that work for us and I was getting so frustrated with what would work on my skin and what wouldn't. I have had an acne scar on my face from college, for almost 7 years now and I have tried everything. It causes me to wear makeup every single day, which I really don't like to do but have to. My last recommendation was to get a chemical peel, which was going to run me close to 1,00 just to see if it would work lol. Yes I live in NY but no, I don't have that type of money. I decided to look on line and thought, why not try to do this my self. At this point, it can't hurt. There is a previous post on here, from a "sister" who recommended the product which is actually what prompted me to get it. I'm so happy I did!!!! THIS STUFF WORKS!!! now I only used it on a scar that was about the size of a quarter but after only 1 application, it lighted this scar tremendously. To think, I was going to pay over 1,000 for 4 treatments at the dermatologist! No way. The only thing is, I have to plan my week around when I do it because the transition time is not pretty lol but other than that, no complaints at all. I am not soo superficial but when you face looks good you feel a lot more confident and better about yourself and these two bottles have help me more than all the products I've used over the years!

I just gave myself the peel last night.
I have had treatments since I was in my 20's. You name it, I've used it; retin A to Fraxel, and everything in between.
I put the Jessner peel on first and WOW!!! We're talking serious professional strength!
When it says have your hair dryer on a cool setting on stand by. DO IT!!
I followed instructions and did the Jessner, then, the TCA Peel and after it had cooled, I reapplied, since I'm a pro at this. I lightly wiped it off with a cool compress.
I've paid 250.00 for a peel this strength, in the past.
This is awesome, but you'll need 3-4 days to deal with the peeling. And beginners need to be extremely careful, because this is really professional grade!
I like that I can do it myself, when I want and can apply it to my trouble spots, better than a professional, who often isn't as thorough as I can be.

I was a little hesitant about buying this at first. Since I bought it, I haven't had one regret. The package comes with two bottles; this stuff seems like it will just last forever. My acne scars have made a remarkable improvement since using the product and it has only been about a week. I will continue to apply this product every 4-6 weeks as suggested and spot treat as needed. Make sure you pay close attention to read the directions! This seller is phenomonal! The shipment arrived 2 days early. I'm just utterly pleased with everything.

If you are not experienced in getting spa treatments, be careful, as this is professional grade and can sting quite a bit. Definitely helped clear up my acne and I can probably move up to a stronger solution next time, but that will be a while as this stuff lasts forever.