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In decades past, people in general really didn't pay much attention to what was contained in skin care products. They simply read what the maker promised and then hoped for the best.
However; in recent years shoppers have become far more savvy and aware. They are now reading the labels carefully and researching what each substance is and does.
As a result, many people and you may be one of them have come to the conclusion that they can simply buy the main active ingredients and do without all the fillers, stabilizers, high prices and hype.
So then what about glycolic acid gel? Time and again you may have seen it listed on ingredient labels and for good reason. It's a very effective exfoliator.
Be aware as you consider using it though, that it is a relatively strong acid. Don't be deluded by the fact that it's derived from sugar cane either because it can leave you scarred for life.
My advise, if you're thinking of experimenting with do it yourself exfoliators, is to look around at some of the various products that come in kit form.
Avon for instance, markets a two part exfoliating system for around $18 that includes an acid neutralizer to “stop the acid reaction” in and on your skin.
Really, it doesn't take a very powerful acid reaction to get the job done on your face and considering that glycolic acid gel is commonly used in heavy industry to strip metals of rust, I personally believe that it's just too dangerous to be used on ones face in a concentrated form.
Read More Reviews on Glycolic Acid Gel
I never had much luck with the hydroxy acids that were too harsh for my skin (I'm 23), but this glycolic peel was amazing! There was a tingling sensation, but it didn't hurt, and 5 minutes later I rinsed it off and felt immediate results. Even my husband noticed that my skin texture felt softer. The next morning I woke up, and my skin was glowing... the acne scars had started to dissolve away and I literally had new skin. The bottle says that I can use this twice a week, and with such great results from my first use, I will definitely continue.
Posted by: Robin W
I never had much luck with the hydroxy acids that were too harsh for my skin (I'm 23), but this glycolic peel was amazing! There was a tingling sensation, but it didn't hurt, and 5 minutes later I rinsed it off and felt immediate results. Even my husband noticed that my skin texture felt softer. The next morning I woke up, and my skin was glowing... the acne scars had started to dissolve away and I literally had new skin. The bottle says that I can use this twice a week, and with such great results from my first use, I will definitely continue.
Posted by: James C
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