Let’s talk Glycolic Acid

Let’s Talk Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid is a type of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that acts as a chemical exfoliant, naturally found in sugarcane and some fruits, which works by removing the top layer of dead skin cells, revealing smoother and brighter skin; it is considered one of the most popular AHAs due to its small molecular size that allows for deep skin penetration, making it effective for addressing concerns like wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin texture.

The Ordinary Glycolic acid toner

The Ordinary, glycolic acid toner Isa daily surface exfoliation that smooths skin texture, evens tone and boost luminosity. It can be used on all skin types. This product is generally used on the face but can be used on other areas such as the back for back acne or the scalp. When used on the scalp, it causes a healthier-looking scalp by reducing dryness while hydrating the scalp skin. Please note as with most skin products it takes a little while to see results, for this product its about 2 weeks.

How to use?

IMPORTANT: Ideal for PM use and should not be used more than once daily.

1. After cleansing area, saturate a cotton pad with the formula and sweep across face and neck.

IMPORTANT:  For persons with super sensitive skin, you should spot test on your neck before applying to entire neck.

1. Do not rinse off
2. Continue with rest of skin care routine.

 

Possibly Effective for

• Acne: Applying glycolic acid to the skin seems to help reduce acne in people 12 years and older who have mild to moderate acne.
• Aging skin: Applying glycolic acid to the skin seems to reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging and sun damage.
• Acne scars: Applying glycolic acid to the skin, alone or together with microneedling, seems to reduce acne scars.
• Dark skin patches on the face (melasma): Applying glycolic acid to the skin, alone or together with other treatments, seems to reduce mixed-type and epidermal-type melasma. But it doesn't seem to help dermal-type melasma, which occurs in a deeper layer of the skin.

Should you have any reaction to this product or any product containing glycolic acid, stop using and it should resolve on its own.  Please see your physician immediately if its severe or no resolution occurs.