Glycolic Acid Cream

We’ve talked in length about the unique properties of glycolic acid and why it is such an incredible product to use in your daily beauty regime.

Today I’m going to discuss the specifics of glycolic acid cream and just how they can be used to add an extra dimension to your facial treatment skin care repertoire.

The thing that is truly special about glycolic cream is that they take only moments to apply but the resulting changes in complexion, effects from sun damage, skin smoothness and acne removal are absolutely phenomenal.

Advantages of Glycolic Acid Cream treatments

Today there are an ever-growing amount of glycolic acid treatments available for home use, in salon and at the dermatologists office. It can get confusing to make a decision on what path to take in the skin care journey, enter glycolic acid cream. These creams are an extremely convenient daily treatment that take just moments to apply and when combined into a regime with a glycolic acid moisturizer and glycolic toner you can achieve great results in a short period of time.

The key advantage that glycolic acid has is its ability to break down the chemical bonds binding old dead skin to your face. In breaking down these layers of skin the other ingredients of the cream are allowed to do their work at the core of your skin in the deep cell regenerating areas.

What exactly does this mean though?

• You will have newer more radiant skin with a more even texture and color
• The healing and collagen stimulating ingredients found in most creams are allowed to do their job more effectively
• Vitamins from the cream and moisturizers are more easily absorbed into the skin
• The skins natural cell regeneration process is allowed to work in a much more efficient and effective manner
• While penetrating the skins surface, the water-binding properties of Glycolic Acid improve skin elasticity and aid in the reduction of stretch marks

So just to recap, those key advantages to using a Gycolic Cream are:

• An easy daily application to keep your skin refreshed and youthful
• Enhanced effectiveness of other skin products you may use
• Ongoing treatment with little to no side effects and zero recovery time

Are Glycolic Acid Creams right for me?

Glycolic creams are commonly touted as a great tool for the removal of acne in both teens and adults, however there are so many other skin problems that can be solved with a daily dose of Glycolic Acid.

In fact when used in conjunction with other glycolic acid products, ie. toners and moisturizers you have a regime that will treat almost all common skin ailments easily and effectively. The best part is you should start to see results within the first week and after a month on your new beauty regimen you will see mind-blowing results in the treatment of:

• Acne and acne scarring
• Removal of fine lines and wrinkles
• Skin elasticity and removal of sagging areas
• Sun damage, including sun spots
• Hyperpigmentation and evening of complexion
• Scaly patches of skin (Keratosis)

Glycolic Acid Application and Use

As with any beauty product you should buy products that include instructions and these instructions should always be followed to avoid any complications. There are however a few simple guidelines to follow when using any glycolic acid cream:

• When using a newly purchased product, or an increased strength glycolic acid based product always perform a skin patch test with the product on your forearm to ensure you don’t have  an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients
• Glycolic acid products heighten your skins sensitivity to UV Rays. As such it is important to use a good SPF 25+ sun cream each day before leaving the house to avoid sun damage
• As previously mentioned the effectiveness of glycolic acid creams can be enhanced through the use of moisturizers and toners

I would suggest checking out our great guide explaining a basic, yet effective daily beauty regime that if followed can help you achieve fantastic skin care results fast.

What Glycolic Acid Cream Should I Use?

If you’re at this step there’s every chance that you’re searching through a plethora of products trying to find out what is good and what isn’t!

There’s a few simple steps that you can follow to make sure that you get a well formulated quality product that won’t irritate your skin or cause other complications:

• Always buy products that are formulated in an FDA registered/certified laboratory for 99% purity
• Purchase products that include a good set of instructions for use
• Check the product’s list of ingredients to ensure there is nothing that will upset any known allergies
• A product with 5-20% glycolic acid content and a pH of 2.8-3.0 is advisable

Glycolic Acid Creams We Recommend

Core System for Dry Skin (5 piece) Cleanse, renew, hydrate and protect with Core System for Dry Skin. The four core products included provide a firm foundation for healthy skin. Specifically designed for skin that feels tight, itchy, dry and uncomfortable, Core System for Dry Skin replenishes moisture while improving the overall health and appearance of your skin. The Core System for Dry Skin includes: Replenish Hydrating Cleanser, Facial Cream II, Replenish Hydrating Cream, Aftercare Environmental Protection Cream SPF 30 (Glycolic Free), Complimentary Skin Rejuvenation Eye Cream.

Glytone Step-Up Rejuvenate Facial Cream A moisturizing cream formulated with glycolic acid to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Enhances skin tone and smoothness for a healthy looking revitalized complexion. Suitable for normal to dry skin. Free Acid Value – 10% Each glycolic acid formulation in the Glytone line exfoliates, renews and hydrates, allowing the skin to take on a brighter and more youthful appearance. Glytone’s products are also a potent choice for fighting acne breakouts, leading to a clearer skin tone.

Related Products

When considering your facial treatment regime a variety of complementary products should be used in conjunction with a glycolic acid cream to achieve optimal results and have your skin looking and feeling like a million dollars. To achieve a complete this try combining a glycolic cream with a glycolic toner and a glycolic moisturizer for superior results.

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