Our Glycolic+Lactic Exfoliating Serum has a powerful combination of 8% glycolic acid and 2% lactic acid. Glycolic acids penetrate deeper layers of the skin to combat hyperpigmentation and control breakouts, while lactic acids work on the outer layer of the skin to maintain optimal hydration levels while combating fine lines and wrinkles.
Did you know exfoliating with a chemical exfoliant is the most important step in your skincare routine? After SPF, of course! Why? As we go about our daily lives, factors like old makeup, soap scum, dead skin build-up, dirt, pollution and sweat become caked in our skin and get stuck there. Cleansers alone cannot get rid of all this GUCK, which is where chemical exfoliants come into play. Natural acids in chemical exfoliants break up and literally melt away all the grime that has been building up, revealing freshly smooth skin! This new skin allows active ingredients in other serums to penetrate deeper and do their jobs better. Get ready to 'Glo'!
Which Chemical Exfoliant to Choose?
Glycolic Acids: have the smallest molecules in the "exfoliation family", allowing for the deepest penetration and is great to target pigmentation challenges. Good for all skin types.
Lactic Acids: have bigger molecules, targeting the outer layer of the skin, helping to minimize fine lines and wrinkles. Good for all skin types, especially dry or sensitive types.
Salicylic Acids: are oil loving acids that literally eat up excess oil. Great for oily skin types, but can be drying so recommended to alternate between salicylic and glycolic acids.
How Do you Use a Chemical Exfoliant?
More is not better when it comes to chemical exfoliants! Over-exfoliating can lead to irritation and dryness, making your skin worse. Suggested use is no more than 3 times per week. Chemical exfoliants should also only be used at night for best results.
Cleanse <add Chemical Exfoliant<add Additional Serums/Eye Creams (if applicable)<add Night Cream as final step to lock everything in.
Stored in a 1oz airless pump bottle to prevent oxidation and preserve the efficacy of the ingredients.