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What is Glycolic Acid?
Glycolic acid is naturally derived from sugarcane and is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA). AHA's are water soluble which means that they can be quickly neutralised on the skin with a splash of water if necessary. Glycolic is best known for its skin smoothing and acne-fighting properties. It has the smallest molecule out of all the AHA's and it is therefore the most effective at penetrating the skin.
Which skin types is Glycolic Acid best for?
Glycolic Acid boasts multiple benefits for different skin types and is therefore a great all-rounder ingredient to use. If you have sensitive skin, you may find that glycolic acid irritates your skin. If this is the case, we recommend that you try Lactic acid or Mandelic acid as these are gentler.
What are the main benefits of Glycolic Acid?
- Gently exfoliates
- Smooths your skin's texture
- Minimises bacterial growth
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Reduces and fades dark spots
- Helps to treat acne
How to use Glycolic Acid?
Glycolic acid makes your skin sensitive to sunlight so it's best to use this AHA as part of your evening skincare regime. If no irritation occurs, you can use Glycolic Acid up to 5 times a week however we recommend that you use it consistently 2 to 3 times per week for the best long-lasting results.
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Pestle and Mortar Exfoliate Glycolic Acid Toner
This gentle yet effective Glycolic Acid toning lotion evens out skin tone, brightens the complexion and tightens pores. The formulation has a free acid value of 6.8% and a pH of 3.8, leaving skin brighter, toned...
$58.00
Avant Skincare Intensive Redensifying Glycolic Acid Day Moisturiser
Turn back the hands of time and combat skin slacking with Avant Skincare Intensive Redensifying Glycolic Acid Day Moisturiser. This true anti-ageing concentrate cream combines Glycolic Acid, Mica and Urea to correct the effects of...
$178.00
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Dermaceutic Foamer 15 Cleanser
Protects the skin from excessive dryness and also possesses anti-microbial qualities.
$99.00
Dr LEVY Switzerland 3Deep Renewal Micro-Resurfacing Cleanser
This gentle yet intensive micro-resurfacing cleansing restores a clear, smooth and radiant complexion.
$90.00
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Cebelia Reinforced Depigmenting
A unique combination of active ingredients that act throughout the process of melanin production to reduce pigmentation for a brighter and more radiant and skin tone.
$108.00
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Dermaceutic Foamer 5 Cleanser
A gentle exfoliating cleanser that helps to restore the skin’s radiance.
$95.00
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Dermaceutic Laboratoire Actibiome Night Cream
Visibly reduce skin’s imperfections and redness with Dermaceutic Laboratories Actibiome.
$106.00
Dermaceutic TurnOver Night Cream
Eliminates cell residues and dead cells from the surface of the skin giving a soft and rejuvenated appearance
$92.00
Eneomey Daylight C20 Day Cream
Unveil a brighter, more radiant complexion with Eneomey's Daylight C20. Supercharged with a stabilised form of Vitamin C, this moisturiser helps to preserve cells from skin ageing, helps the body fight aggressions and promotes the...
$137.00
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Dermaceutic Yellow Cream Dark Spot Corrector
A depigmenting concentrate containing more than 20% lightening agents.
$92.00
PharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Serum 30ml
New advanced formulation! This antioxidant loaded serum works to brighten the most resistant areas of hyperpigmentation on the face and body.
$177.00
ALLSKIN MED AHA Retexturising Serum
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A retexturising and smoothing serum with a high concentration of glycolic, lactic, citric and shikimic acids delivered in a gradual release system with additional skin hydrators and soothers that enable excellent exfoliation with minimal irritation.
Colorescience All Calm Clinical Redness Corrector SPF 50
This 3-in-1 corrector neutralises the appearance of redness, soothes and calms sensitive skin and provides SPF 50 protection.
$253.00
Eneomey Stim Renew 30 Night Cream
Help diminish the visible effects of ageing with Eneomey's Stim Renew 30. Formulated with powerful fruit acids and Glycolic Acid, this skin renewing night cream has been developed to smooth wrinkles, re-densify and firm mature...
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