What is Glycolic Acid Exfoliator 5%?
- A gentle exfoliator that removes the outer layer of dead skin cells, revealing a healthy glow.
- Glycolic Acid accelerates the skin’s renewal process, making your skin appear plumper and dewier, while increasing circulation and cell turnover.
Key Benefits:
- Visible clarity after just one use and a smoother, more even texture.
- Advised usage: 1-2 times a week.
- May cause some redness immediately after use, which will settle down.
- Slight tingling is normal as the skin regenerates itself.
Benefits of Glycolic Acid:
- Dermatologically acknowledged for increasing cell turnover, reducing wrinkles, and preventing fine lines.
- Boosts collagen production, resulting in younger-looking, dewy skin.
Helps with Various Skin Conditions:
- Acne
- Sun-damaged skin
- Enlarged pores
- Blotchy pigmentation and hyperpigmentation (note: not effective for chloasma, melasma, or vitiligo)
- Reduces the depth and appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Discoloration
- Dry skin
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Age spots
- Exfoliates and brightens the skin
How it Works for Spots, Blackheads, and Enlarged Pores:
- By removing dead skin cells, it unclogs hair follicles and eliminates excess oil, reducing the formation of spots and blackheads.
How it Reduces Scars and Wrinkles:
- Daily use removes the top layers of skin, gradually reducing the appearance of wrinkles by altering the skin’s memory pattern.
Usage Tips:
- For first-time use, wash off after 5 minutes to check for irritation.
- Subsequent uses may not require a wash-off.
- Patch test recommended for sensitive skin.
- Consult a doctor if on medication.
- Not for use during intense beauty treatments or with certain medications.
Ingredients:
- Distilled Water
- Ethyl Alcohol
- Glycolic Acid
- Mandarin Essential Oil
- Glycerin
Sun Sensitivity Warning:
- AHA’s may increase sensitivity to the sun and risk of sunburn.
- Use sunscreen and limit sun exposure while using this product.
- Avoid sunbeds while using products containing Glycolic, Lactic, or Salicylic acid.
Samina Ali –
This is the best AHA ive ever used, my skin is just so smooth with it!