1. What does glycolic peel do to your skin?

The dead skin cells are what cause a dull, uneven skin tone, and the blocking of pores leading to blackheads and acne. The dissolving action of the Glycolic Acid allows the dead cells to slough off, leaving behind a smoother skin surface with clear pores. 

2. Is glycolic peel good for skin?

Glycolic peel seeps into the epidermis of your skin and removes dead skin cells on its surface. Once cleansed, your skin pores shrink. Glycolic peel scan prove to be an excellent treatment for acne and acne scars. This results in your skin becoming clearer, fresher and younger looking in just a few sessions.

3. What are the side effects of glycolic peel treatment?

A chemical peel can cause various side effects, including:

  • Redness - Normal healing from a chemical peel involves redness of the treated skin
  • Scarring - Rarely, a chemical peel can cause scarring — typically on the lower part of the face. 
  • Changes in skin color
  •  Infection
  •  Heart, kidney or liver damage.

4. Which is better microdermabrasion or glycolic peel?

Microdermabrasion does not draw moisturizers into the skin, whereas a glycolic peel does. Microdermabrasion stimulates collagen and elastin production in the skin thus making it appear more vibrant.

Microdermabrasion takes about 30 minutes to an hour and is typically performed every 2-3 weeks for best     results.

5. How often should you do a glycolic peel?

A glycolic peel typically takes about 15 to 20 minutes to perform. Because the 30-percent glycolic acid peel does not deeply penetrate the skin,it can typically be repeated every two to four weeks, according to the Johns Hopkins Cosmetic Center. This may vary based on your skin's reaction to the treatment itself. 

6. What to expect after a glycolic peel?

Typically, immediately after the peel, the skin will feel tight and look red. With some, by day two to three, post-peel skin can begin to sloughand shed. The level of peeling again depends on the intensity of the peel. With mild peels, expect gentle sloughing, and with stronger peels,skin can peel more dramatically.

7. Why is glycolic acid good for skin?

Glycolic Acid is the holy grail for exfoliation, effectively removing the outermost layer of dead cells from the complexion, revealing brighter, fresher skin. Products that contain Glycolic Acid are used often to treat scarring, skin discoloration and signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles.

8. Are glycolic acid peels effective?

This makes glycolic acid especially effective at treating wrinkles and fine lines. As Allure magazine summarizes “Because glycolic is the smallest of all the acids, it yields the most dramatic results. There's a reason glycolic is the acid used the most in anti-aging products and doctor's-office peels".

9. How long does face peeling last?

Peeling will generally start 48-72 hours after your treatment and can last 2-5 days. It is very important not to pick off peeling skin; peeling is minimal and easily controlled with moisturizer. Premature peeling of the skin will result in dry, cracked, raw skin that may develop into hyper pigmentation. 

10. What do you put on your face after a glycolic peel?

Use a neutral moisturizer such as Aquaphor for the first couple days after treatment and then switch to a moisturizer like Skinceuticals Epidermal Repair for the rest of the peeling process. When applying the moisturizer to the skin, be careful not to rub or scrub it in.

11. What to expect after a glycolic peel?

As a matter of fact, you should never experience actual skin peeling, burning, redness or prolonged irritation with any glycolic treatments. After a glycolic acid peel, the face is slightly red for several hours, after which makeup can be applied.