Glycolic acid is one of several alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) that are found in certain plants and fruits. Without a doubt, glycolic acid is the most astounding discovery of the last two decades in skincare.  Improvement in skin texture can actually be seen in a short period of time, besides the wonderful clearing effect.

 

Glycolic acid works as an exfoliant, removing dead skin cells that have accumulated on the surface of the skin.  The build-up of these dead cells accentuates fine lines and pores, dulls the appearance of the skin and produces a rougher skin texture.  Glycolic Acid generates amazing improvement for sun damaged skin.  Old cells detach more rapidly uncovering smoother, finer texture, and more supple skin.  As lines and wrinkles become less apparent, the skin becomes more youthful in appearance.

 

Glycolic acid loosens the glue-like substance that holds layers of skin cells together. With use of a glycolic, the ‘glue’ becomes loosened and thickened dead skin is sloughed away, leaving newer skin cells with a smoother texture and healthier appearance on the surface.  Glycolics, such as the 12% Glycolic Cleanser and 14% Glycolic Scrub, have also proven to be excellent for unclogging pores, which decreases the tendency for acne to appear.

 

Key Active Ingredients:

• Glycolic Acid; see above.

• Sorbitol; very good humectant, non-tacky, non sticky, used in various cosmetic applications.

• Texapon N70; primary surfactant with high foaming ability and excellent cleansing property.

• Texapon ALS; mild surfactant working synergistically with Texapon to improve foam height and volume, thus helping with cleaning the skin.

• Dexyton KE; mild surfactant, reduces irritation of primary surfactants and helps with viscosity build.