Glycolic Acid 35% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
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Customer Reviews of Glycolic Acid 35% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
Customer Review: Glycolic Acid Peel
Summary: 5 Stars
First off, I tried this gel on one side of my nose (where there are many blackheads) to see what kind of results I would get. I left it on for 2 minutes (which was too long for my fair skin which has NEVER had a peel of any kind). The next day, I could tell it was working, there was very mild red blistering under the skin, which wasn't noticable to others, just to myself. At this point, I was glad I didn't use it on my entire face. After the fourth day when I woke up in the morning and jumped in the shower, I could tell that skin felt a bit dry, so I used an exfoliator, and upon inspecting the skin it looked much better! Some of the backheads were completely gone and actually shrunk. I don't think this is a miracle over-the-night type fix, I think it will take time for the improvement I'm looking for. Soooo, I decided to try it on the rest of my face. I had a few "breakouts" and I have a bit of sun damage and spots from laying out in the sun in my teen years. Instead of trying it full strength and risking burning, I put some water, a very mild liquid facial soap and some of the glycolic on a cotton ball. After lathering it up a bit on the cotton, I swirled it over the less sensitive spots first, and then the rest of my face (put Vasaline around your eyes and other sensitive spots you don't want to get the acid on). I left it on for about 3 minutes, then rinsed thoroughly with cool water, then applied Cetaphil lotion - VERY IMPORTANT. I loved the way it left my face feeling, it actually felt "clean". After getting up this morning, about 75% of what breaking out I had going on is GONE. My skin feels really good, and it actually feels "tighter". I'm hoping to rid my face of some sun spots and hopefully it will make my skin look softer and younger - So far I like what I am seeing and feeling. Maybe I'll be able to work up to putting it on full-strength in a few weeks. I think time will tell. My recommendation - be careful about your timing (could be different for you), if it starts to sting, I would take it off - and read the instructions, don't forget your sunscreen. Hope this helps!Customer Review: So far so good
Summary: 5 Stars
I have adult on-set acne that started when I hit 30. I have oily t-zone/dry cheeks, fair-golden skin tone, blackheads on nose/chin area, cystic pimples along jaw line. I have allot of sun damage on my whole face, it seems like the spots are connecting to make a 'mask' of discoloration. I have always wanted to get a pro peel done so that I could `start fresh' & take better care of my skin this time, but I was always afraid of the skin sloughing they cause. Flaking skin is no big deal; my problem is that I have to pick every scab/flake-I can't tolerate the texture of it. Since I must pick, I was sure that I would cause a huge mess after a pro peel. I read the reviews & decided that I would take a chance on this affordable home peel. I received the product in two days, it came with easy to understand & follow instructions. 1st treatment, applied with cotton ball all over face starting at forehead working my way down to jaw line. It tingled only slightly & only in certain spots (where the pimples are). I left it on for 1 minute, not because it burned, but because I wanted to gauge my reaction to it. Rinsed & moisturized, no redness, no burning afterwards. The next day my skin looked slightly brighter, a few pimples came to the surface, but there was no massive breakout. I could tell that dead skin had been removed because the texture of my skin was much smoother. I wait 6 to 8 days between treatments to give my skin time to slough; I have done the peel 3 times so far, with each peel I increase the time by 1 minute. About 4 pimples/pustules surface-always in my problem area. It does clear up the existing pimples very quickly & makes blackhead removal easy with very gentle squeezing. My large pores of course will never shrink, but they are cleaner which makes them appear smaller. Overall, I am very pleased with the progress & will continue to use until desired result is achieved. I will be ordering the 50% Lacto peel for use on my hands/décolletage, I will try it on my sun damage spots to see if it works better that the Glyco.Customer Review: Great Product for 1st time Peel users
Summary: 4 Stars
I have been wanting to do a home-self peel but was always reluctant. It seems the safety issues of what if...got in my way.
looking back- on this particular product for my skin tone. I just smile. I have olive complication, I have Regular skin not to oily, not to dry. i am wanting to get rid of old skin cells, im a little bit older maybe- I can say to this strength after the 1st time and the the other times Ive used it now,I will be looking for stronger strength. Probably the glycolic 50 maybe even 70 but i will check reviews before i decide.
Before I give my details I will say I did have a spa do a light peel one time. I liked that. this product is less strength to me than the light peel in the spa.
I applied the glycolic/35 peel to clean dry skin- the very 1st time nothing but very little tingling around the outter nose. I left it on about 3 minutes. I applied 1 coat-
I felt slight very slight tingling on cheeks that went away instantly, the tingling around the outter nose - stayed a bit longer. VERY do-able.
THE other times Ive applied it I make 3 passes, I just leave it on for like 4 min i don't really feel any tingling but what i described already each time, so i reapply it, wait, then reapply it again, then im set.4 min later- i wash it off pat dry, use my favorte hydra cream~ and my skin feels smooth and hydrated. so nice & refreshing.
IT DOES NOT TURN FROST WHITE. like the spa. no fan required for me anyway. Im good. hope this helps someone else - that was afraid of burning sensation- You can try a spot and see on your hand and then a small inconspicious place if long bangs, try on forehead. thats what I did at first.
I am moving up - but i would recommend this product for an allover every night routine- no peeling at all. just refreshed and hydrated and very smooth skin. My skin is not sensitive or irritated easily either. if that helps.
Customer Review: Great Mild Peel, Awesome Price
Summary: 5 Stars
I received this about three weeks ago and I have used it 5 times. The first time, I applied it with a cotton pad and left it on for about a minute. It definitely stings and tingles but it's not painful and is worst when you first apply. I have a fairly high pain tolerance so it might be worse for those with really sensitive skin. I didn't notice any redness after or during the peel. After the minute was up, I rinsed very gently with a cloth [not necessary] and a lot of water. Make sure to moisturize immediately after rinsing your face, I used Sunflower Oil but Safflower Oil is great as well.
I did notice that my skin felt a tiny bit softer and it seemed to improve a little bit over the next couple of days. I never experienced any flaking or peeling of my skin. I used it again a few days after that and then twice a week since. After the first time, I left it on for the full 4 minutes. My skin is noticeably clearer and has more of a new skin glow, like you get after a sunburn but without the redness. I'm sure the results all vary from person to person depending on your skin type, sensitivity, etc. but it has been great for me. I also exfoliate daily with this Facial Brush so that could be why I didn't notice any peeling or dry skin.
If you are thinking of trying it, read the reviews first to get an idea of what results to anticipate and if the reviewers who like it have your skin type. Read all the instructions before you apply the peel and immediately wash it off if you experience burning or pain. To be safe, do not leave it on longer than the recommended time or use it more than once a week until you know your skin can handle it.
I definitely recommend it over a salon peel, especially because it's low dose. Everyone recommends a series of peels to see results and you don't want to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars for results you could get at home.
Customer Review: Review From A Guy
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this to use on a surgery scar on my body with hopes of lessening the scar's appearance. I have a few scars on my face that I didn't even think of using it on, as they are small and have faded a bit. I'm just used to them.
I have applied this 6 times in two months. I left it on longer each time and I did follow up with lotion, which is necessary, no question. It burned a bit when I left it on longer, which was a contrast to the lack of feeling the first few times I used it for less than 1 minute. After all this time, it has made an enormous difference in my skin. The scars are much fainter, my skin is less oily and it is more even colored. I wasn't in bad shape before, but the change is enough that my male friends are noticing and asking what I did. It's not night and day, it is a subtle change and it has my skin looking great.
One time I had a cut from shaving and I used this. The cut burned and as the skin was broken, I should have waited for the cut to heal, but I'm not that bright. Anyway, I had some spots where I had the cut, but they disappeared in few days. If anyone else has this happen, don't freak out.
Now I like to look my best and I can't believe how well this works. My skin is clear, smooth, less oily and just looks good. I look young anyway, but this really impressed me. I am not a user of this type of product and never knew something like this even existed. We are all different and have different skin, but I have a medium complexion and my skin tends to be on the sensitive side. I haven't had more than 1 pimple since using this. I don't get a lot, but more than I had been getting.
Other reviewers have given some good tips and I will be another voice in the chorus that says what a great product and results this has given me.