Glycolic Peels Explained!

Glycolic peels provide the skin with a chemical exfoliating process that works with the body's own natural methods of ridding itself of dead skin cells. The products used are made from plant-derived ingredients that do a very good job of creating a fresher, healthier-looking complexion.

Although many companies offer glycolic acid based products, there is a distinct difference between what you buy in a store and what you receive in a salon or spa. Unless you're a licensed aesthetician, you can't (and shouldn't) purchase professional-strength glycolic products, which typically begin at 20% strength.


Where Glycolic Acid Comes From

This a naturally occurring property of sugar cane, grapes, sugar beets and pineapple, and is usually extracted from any one of those plants. Glycolic acid is a member of the Alpha Hydroxyl Acid (AHA) family and is a strong exfoliant. Professional concentrations range from 20% to 70%. Your skin type and history of glycolic peel use will determine what strength is used.


Skin Problems Glycolic Peels Target

Wrinkles

Sun damage

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Enlarged pores

Blackheads

Whiteheads

Dull-looking skin

Acne/blemishes

Both dry and oily skin issues


What You Should Expect To Happen

While there is no specific preparation you should perform for this procedure, you should avoid sun exposure for one week before (and one week after) getting a salon glycolic peel.

Glycolic peels are done at regular intervals of either every two weeks or every four. That recommendation will come from your aesthetician..............

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