Medical Grade Skin Care 50% Glycolic Acid Gel Peel is formulated by our team of cosmetic pharmacists to be an all-in-one, at-home treatment that mirrors the professional-grade peel of a lavish salon or lush spa. Show Now, you ask: Will this product work for me? In short: Yes, absolutely! Despite its maximum strength 50% glycolic acid concentration, this product is formulated to effectively adhere to all skin types, including sensitive, normal, and dry, as well as all skin tones including fair, medium, and deep. Thanks to its intense hydrating and moisturizing properties, it keeps your skin refreshed and rejuvenated, soothing it from any possible stinging or tingling sensations. Get ready to glow with SkinPro’s Medical Grade Skin Care 50% Glycolic Acid Gel Peel, and see the results for yourself in a matter of weeks! Glycolic acid is a skin-care heavyweight, showing up in exfoliating cleansers, toners, and masks. But what kinds of benefits can you get from a professional glycolic acid peel? If you’ve only ever used glycolic acid in your at-home skin-care products, you might be wondering what these popular treatments can do for you. However, because highly concentrated acids like those used in peels can be irritating, they should be treated with care—and so should the outer layer of your skin. So we spoke to a few experts about what a professional glycolic acid peel entails and how to know if it’s the right treatment for you. 1. What is glycolic acid?Glycolic acid is a colorless, odorless alpha-hydroxy-acid (AHA) derived from sugarcane. It’s a type of chemical exfoliant that dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells, allowing them to be wiped away easily, revealing smooth, younger skin below. It’s actually the smallest naturally occurring AHA, Zeljka Kreptic, Ph.D., a lecturer in physical chemistry at the University of Salford, tells SELF. That means it can penetrate the skin more deeply and easily compared to other AHAs you might know, like lactic acid, which is why it is so commonly used. AHAs like glycolic acid are water soluble, which means they dissolve in water. On the other hand, beta-hydroxy-acids (BHAs), such as salicylic acid, are oil soluble, meaning they dissolve in oil and can penetrate deeper into oily pores, Marisa Garshick M.D., board-certified dermatologist at the Manhattan Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center, tells SELF. But that doesn’t mean AHAs aren’t effective. If used correctly, as in a glycolic acid peel, they can be an easy way to get smoother, glowing skin. 2. Who should try a glycolic acid peel?Do your skin concerns include managing hyperpigmentation or fending off fine lines and wrinkles? If yes, then a glycolic acid peel might be the treatment for you. Because it’s a powerful exfoliant, it can visibly reduce signs of aging and hyperpigmentation by weakening the connections between the cells in the top layer of the skin, which helps remove the dead skin cells, giving the skin a refreshed look and a glowing complexion. More specifically, glycolic acid reacts readily with the upper layer of the skin, weakening the binding properties of the lipids that hold the dead skin cells together through a process called desquamation. That allows the outer skin to dissolve, subsequently revealing the underlying skin, Dr. Kreptic says. These effects can be used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, sunspots, melasma, and acne scars, Dr. Garshick explains. Regularly exfoliating can also help manage acne because it prevents pores from getting clogged. When it comes to managing melasma, glycolic acid can be used to suppress the formation of melanin pigment in the skin. It does so by inhibiting the actions of tyrosinase, an enzyme that normally speeds up the complex process by which the pigment melanin is produced by certain types of skin cells. Slowing this process down results in less hyperpigmentation. But don’t expect to see results straight away; it normally takes between four and eight treatments before you see a significant difference. 3. Can you get a glycolic acid peel if you have acne-prone or sensitive skin?We know that chemical peels can, over time, improve the appearance of some acne scars. But can you get them done if you have active acne? Yes! In fact, there’s some research to show that glycolic acid has antibacterial effects on P. acnes, the bacteria responsible for inflammatory acne. WHAT DOES IT DO: The dissolving action of the Glycolic Acid allows the dead cells to slough off, leaving behind a smoother skin surface with clear pores. This also helps stimulate collagen formation under the skins surface which helps plump up the skin from beneath, smoothing out fine surface wrinkles. HOW DO YOU USE IT: Each bottle of our 50% Glycolic Acid Peel will yield approximately 10 peels done at 1 month intervals. After peeling your skin will be feel softer, look smoother, with improved texture and tone and reduced signs of sun damage. Those are the differences on the surface of your skin. With collagen stimulation under the skin, those fine lines we all notice are also smoothed out. A full course of peels (8-10 peels) are needed to see optimal results. WHY USE A 50 PERCENT GLYCOLIC PEEL: Glycolic Acid has long been a first line product of the finest spas and Dermatology offices for improving the skin. These peels will cost from $75.00 - $500.00 PER PEEL at your Dermatologists office or your local high end spa. Now you can do these peels at home safely and with fantastic results. WHAT TO EXPECT: After you have applied the peel, your skin may be red, this is normal and will fade quickly. About 2 days after the peel your skin may get dry and look aged, then it will start to flake and peel slightly. You can encourage peeling by using warm compresses, but you cannot pick at the skin! It must come off when it is ready to, not when you are ready for it to! By peeling off the skin you risk scarring by exposing skin that is not ready for the world yet, so allow the skin to shed on its own. OTHER INFORMATION: The 50% Glycolic peel is very safe when used as directed, but is a strong, professional strength peel (pH 1) and should be used only as directed.This peel is very easy to use, you simply cleanse, apply, time it, neutralize and rinse. We include very clear instructions on how to use this peel. As with all exfoliating products, the use of sunscreen is essential to obtaining the results you are looking for. If you are not able to commit to using a sunscreen, this is not the treatment you should choose as you will just unfortunately damage your skin all over again! What does 50 glycolic acid peel do?Glycolic acid particles are the smallest of all acids, meaning this peel penetrates quickly and effectively to break up the glue that holds dead skin cells in place. Use this peel to address dull skin and blackheads or as a touch-up. Does glycolic acid peel really work?Glycolic acid peels are effective for treating several skin conditions. This treatment is done professionally by doctors and licensed cosmetologists or aestheticians. Mild glycolic peel versions can also be purchased for use at home. How do you use glycolic acid 50% gel peel?✓ Apply peel in a HORIZONTAL motion across the entire face/neck. ✓ Apply peel again, this time in a VERTICAL motion across the entire face/neck. How long to leave 50% glycolic acid on face?Table 1. |
