Glycolic Acid Peel

What Is Glycolic Acid Peel?

Glycolic acid peel is a type of chemical peel where the peeling agent of choice is – glycolic acid. In other words, glycolic acid peel loosens and lifts the excess oils from the roots of hair follicles and cleans out the debris from the first two skin layers.

Glycolic Acid Peel Benefits

So what are the benefits of a glycolic peel?

It removes dead skin cells that contribute to the dry and dull-looking skin
It helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles, making the skin more youthful and plump
It removes germs, dirt, and debris that lead to blocked pores and cause breakouts
It eliminates rough skin texture and makes the skin smooth to the touch and more even in tone
It helps skincare ingredients reach deeper, aiding in anti-aging or anti-acne properties of the products
It helps reduce scarring, hyperpigmentation, and dark patches.

What Conditions Does Glycolic Acid Peel Treat?

The glycolic acid peel has become the go-to peel. It’s very effective in treating many skin conditions such as :

Acne
Acne Scars
Dark Spots
Hyperpigmentation Prevention
Photoaging
Fine Line and Wrinkles

Limitations of the Glycolic Acid Peel

While this peel is pretty universally beneficial, there still are some limitations. Before booking a glycolic peel facial, consult a dermatologist:

If your skin is very sensitive or if you have a condition like psoriasis, rosacea, or eczema. Glycolic acid can be more irritating than other chemical exfoliants, so you may need a different acid or seek a different treatment.
If you have active acne, or are taking prescription medications for acne.
If you are pregnant – you can only use low concentration glycolic acid peels. Highly concentrated peels penetrate deeper into the skin, and they can get into the bloodstream, so they’re not recommended.

What to Expect After a Glycolic Peel?

This depends on the intensity of the peel as lesser concentrations have less pronounced side effects.

In the days following the procedure, it’s pretty common to experience redness, dryness and peeling. Your skin may also feel tight and irritated.

Make sure to keep the skin moisturized and protected from the sun as the glycolic acid peel increases the skin’s sensitivity to UV rays. The final results will be visible once the skin is fully healed, in about a week or so. For light peels, the results are instantly visible, while deep peels take up to 2 weeks.

If you are interested in treatments, the skin experts at SLYVA can develop a treatment plan that is safe, effective and personalized for your health needs and the condition of your skin.