Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid peel is the most common alpha-hydroxy acid peel, also known as fruit peel.
Glycolic acid is a colourless, odourless 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.
Good to know
Glycolic acid peels come in different strength that can be used at home 15% or in office-based procedure 50% -70%. Glycolic acid peels are frequently combined with other peels and treatments, to give better results, such as micro-needling, laser treatments: IPL and NIR, vitamin C serums and retinol-based peels.
Glycolic Acid peels are recommended for:
→ Dull skin
→ Fine lines and wrinkles
→ Melasma and sun damage
→ Acne
→ Post-inflammatory scarring
Good to know
Glycolic acid peels come in different strength that can be used at home 15% or in office-based procedure 50% -70%. Glycolic acid peels are frequently combined with other peels and treatments, to give better results, such as micro-needling, laser treatments: IPL and NIR, vitamin C serums and retinol-based peels.
Glycolic Acid peels are recommended for:
→ Dull skin
→ Fine lines and wrinkles
→ Melasma and sun damage
→ Acne
→ Post-inflammatory scarring
At a Glance
Treatment Time
30-90 min
On Set Results
7 days
Treatment's Downtime
2-3 weeks
Result Duration
Depends on skin ageing
Potential Side Effects
Peeling, irritation
Need of Anaesthetic
No
