GUIDE TO GLYCOLIC ACID SKIN CARE

GUIDE TO GLYCOLIC ACID SKIN CARE
Glycolic acid is not any chemical as the name indicates. It is a natural fruit acid or alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) just like our lemon juice (citric acid) .To state its properties it is colorless and odorless and easily soluble in water. Concentration of above 10% would be a hazardous on skin. In skin treatment, it is mainly used as an exfoliant and moisturizer. It is used for the treatment of eczema and acne. It can also used to reduce wrinkles and hyper-pigmentation. It peels out dead skin cells
For aged persons this would be of great help. Products with this glycolic acid would remove dead cells on skin that keeps you more aged. It acts as good sunscreen and moisturizes skin. One must be careful about its concentration. It is as powerful to remove rust form metals. Hence, concentration of low glycolic acid must alone be used in the skin care kit either prepared at home or bought readymade.
Storage of the products made with glycolic acid and application of such products are also very important. The action would be very severing in young children. In addition to exfoliation, the AHA's rejuvenate skin by,
stimulating skin repair
increasing collagen production
increasing skin thickness
improving elasticity
an effective acne treatment
improving skin texture
improving skin tone
decreasing enlarged pores
Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid ($45.00)
Excellent for all non-sensitive skin types, especially normal, dry and mature. Apply after cleansing and toning.
Ingredients:
Water, Glycolic Acid, Arginine, Whole Leaf Aloe Vera, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Safflower Oil, Emulsifying Wax, Dimethicone, Squalane, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Micellized Vitamin A, Micellized Vitamin E, Oleth-2, Polysorbate 20, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Diazolidinyl Urea.
Anti Wrinkle Kit
Erase fine lines and wrinkles with our weekly exfoliating kit containing our Anti-Wrinkle Cream fortified with Vitamin C to plump up your skin!
Nighttime Royal Alpha Balance Moisturizer
Gently exfoliate overnight with this rich cream that contains 5% pure liquid royal jelly, Glycolic Acid, and hydrating hyaluronic acid.
Glycolic Acid Exfoliating KitUncover beautiful skin with this deep Exfoliating Kit.
Fade Away Skin-Lightening Cream
Dark spots and even the acne marks will fade away permanently.
Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 10% Clarifying Gel
Glycolic Acid 10% Clarifying Gel helps clarify your skin, increase cell turnover and smooth out a rough texture while reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of aging. Oil-free and excellent for T-zone oiliness, it is ideal for normal, aging, oily, combination or problem skin that may also be environmentally damaged.
Ingredients:
Water, Glycolic Acid, SD Alcohol 40, Glycerin, Arginine, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Salicylic Acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid), DMDM Hydantoin, Ammonium Hydroxide.
Direction for Use:
Dry skin types may also want to apply a moisturizer or hydrator after application. Not for extremely sensitive skin.