Peels · Old Town Scottsdale

Level 2 Advanced Resurfacing Peel

A modified Jessner peel that works below the surface. Over the next few days your skin sheds, revealing fresher, more even skin underneath. It is our strongest tool for sun spots, uneven tone and congested skin.

Sun spots & pigmentationUneven toneCongestion & breakoutsRough textureSun damage

Book · $265 Questions? Call 24/7

Price: $265; modified Jessner peel
Appointment: 60 min; including skin read
Downtime: 3–5 days flaking; see recovery below
Plan: Series of 3; 4–6 weeks apart

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Overview

A deeper peel for pigmentation, sun damage, texture and congestion.

A Jessner peel combines salicylic acid, lactic acid and resorcinol. Our modified formula is layered to the depth your skin needs: lighter for first-timers, deeper for stubborn pigmentation.

Unlike the Radiance Peel, this peel is meant to shed. The flaking you see between days 3 and 5 is old, pigmented skin leaving, which is why results are more dramatic.

We time every resurfacing peel around your calendar. Tell us your dates and we will make sure the flaking is finished well before they arrive.

Plan three for pigmentation

One resurfacing peel visibly brightens and smooths. For sun spots and melasma-prone tone, three peels 4 to 6 weeks apart give the most even result, kept with daily SPF and a maintenance peel each season.

Is it for me?

Who it suits, and who it doesn’t.

A great fit if you have

Sun spots and uneven tone from Arizona sun
Congested, breakout-prone skin
Rough texture that lighter peels have not shifted
Clients who can plan 3 to 5 quieter days

Not today if you have

Pregnancy or nursing
Isotretinoin use in the past 6 months
Aspirin or salicylate allergy
Waxing, laser or retinoids in the past 7 days
A big event within the next 10 days

Not sure? Call (480) 576-8252, any hour, and we’ll tell you honestly.

The appointment · 60 min

What happens, minute by minute.

1
Skin read & timing
10 min
We check your skin, confirm prep and agree the number of layers, with your calendar in mind.
2
Cleanse & degrease
10 min
A thorough cleanse and degreasing prep so the peel penetrates evenly. Eyes are protected with soft pads.
3
Peel layers
20 min
The modified Jessner solution is applied in timed layers. Expect warmth and tingling for a few minutes per layer, with a cooling fan on hand.
4
Calm & protect
20 min
A soothing barrier balm and mineral SPF, then your written peeling-week guide.

Recovery

Your skin, day by day.

Downtime: 3–5 days of localized shedding and light flaking. Tell us your dates and we will plan around them.

Day 0
Skin looks slightly flushed and may feel tight, a little like a mild sunburn.
Days 1–2
Tightness, and skin may look a little darker or shiny before it sheds.
Days 3–5
Light flaking and shedding, mostly around the mouth, nose and chin. Let it fall away on its own.
Day 7
Fresh, brighter, more even skin. Makeup and gentle actives can return.
Weeks 4–6
Ready for the next peel in your series.

Prep & aftercare

Everything you need to know, before and after.

Before you come

1Pause retinoids, waxing and active laser treatments 7 days before.
2Stop scrubs and acids 3 days before.
3Use mineral SPF 30+ daily for 2 weeks before. It is a must.
4Avoid sunburn or tanning on the face for 2 weeks.
5Plan 3 to 5 quieter days afterwards. Tell us your event dates.

After your treatment

1Never pick or peel flaking skin. Let it shed naturally.
2Gentle cleanser and the barrier balm we provide, twice daily.
3No retinoids, acids or scrubs for 7 days.
4Mineral SPF 30+ daily and reapply outdoors. Avoid direct sun for 2 weeks.
5No sauna, hot yoga or heavy sweating for 48 hours.

You’ll receive this list by text after booking, and a printed copy after your treatment.

“I was hesitant about downtime for my first peel before an upcoming wedding. The staff walked me through the peeling window so I could schedule it at the right time. Maya was gentle, thorough, and never pushed products I didn’t need. Highly recommend.”

Amanda K. · Scottsdale · Google review

Finishing touches

Add-ons for any visit.

Neck & Décolleté Extension

+$95

+15 min

Extend any facial or microneedling treatment to the neck and chest, where sun damage and crepey texture often show first. Downtime matches your main treatment.

LED Phototherapy

+$50

20 min

Twenty minutes of red and near-infrared light after your treatment to calm redness and inflammation. No downtime, and deeply relaxing.

FAQ

Resurfacing Peel, answered.

Pigmentation & dull tone guide Acne scarring & texture guide

Most clients have light flaking for 3 to 5 days, mostly around the mouth, nose and chin. It is easy to manage with moisturizer, and many people go to work as normal.

At least 10 days before, and ideally 2 weeks. If your event is sooner, book the Radiance Peel instead.

Yes, with the right preparation. We may suggest a lighter first peel and a pigment-safe home routine before treatment for deeper skin tones.

Yes. The salicylic acid in a Jessner peel clears congestion inside the pores, so it is a good choice for breakout-prone, oily skin.

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