Glycolic
Acid Treatments AHA
: Alpha Hydroxy Acid
Glycolic
treatments
are the most effective skin rejuvenators of the Alpha
Hydroxy Acids.
AHA,
alpha hydroxy acid, is summarized in the Fact Sheet on Anti-Aging Ingredients.
The
Fact Sheet identifies glycolic
acid treatments as one of the few active anti-aging
ingredients that has repeatedly been clinically proven as highly
effective.
The
Alpha Hydroxy Acids include glycolic acid, lactic acid, tartaric acid,
malic acid, and citric acids.
Alpha Hydroxy
Acids are considered an exfoliant. Exfoliants remove the
dead
skin cells that collect on the surface of the skin.
In
addition to exfoliation, the AHA's can actually accomplish quite a
bit towards the
rejuvenation of aging skin including:
- stimulating
skin repair
- increasing collagen production
-
increasing skin thickness
- improving elasticity
-
an effective acne treatment
- improving skin texture
-
improving skin tone
- decreasing enlarged pores
Glycolic acid treatments are considered to
be one of the
most effective Alpha Hydroxy Acids
However, the skin needs to become accustomed
gradually to any of these acids due to potential irritation. Make sure
to carefully follow the directions on the product you purchase.
Tip:
Sensitive skin types should begin with a lower concentration and
gradually work up to higher percentages to minimize potential skin
irritation. Higher concentrations of an AHA product should only be
utilized under the supervision of a skin care professional.
Finally, remember it is essential to use sunscreen with any
Alpha Hydroxy Acid product due to the skin's increased sun
sensitivity.
Select
products with an effective
concentration of active anti-aging ingredients!The
Skin Care Products Pricing and Buyer's Guide has compiled a listing of
the glycolic acid treatments that have the most effective anti-aging
concentration incorporated into each product's ingredients.
Several different price ranges and resources are identified in
order to assure that you are getting the most for your dollar. Either
utilize the links provided below for on-line resources or pick up the
more common brands of products listed such as L'Oreal, Ponds, or Olay
at your local retail store.
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