Today, there are a number of different anti-aging procedures, including various chemical peels. They are divided into three groups: superficial, medium and deep. The most gentle is the surface: retinoic, glycolic peeling, peeling gluconic acid. The last two are also called fruit procedures, as they are based on fruit acids, and retinol peeling is made from the extract of Urukum.
The most popular glycol peeling. Reviews on the Internet about this procedure will not be difficult to find, and for the most part they are positive. Despite the fact that this procedure appeared relatively recently, glycolic acid was discovered about 40 years ago by Van Scott, it is already actively used by cosmetologists around the world. This is a very gentle procedure that practically does not cause skin irritation, in addition, it has an almost magical effect.
Actually, it makes sense to tell in more detail about the effect on the skin of glycolic acid. Like any acid, this removes dead skin cells, so that it smoothes out, the number of fine wrinkles decreases, acne scars and scars disappear. In addition, glycolic pilling helps to increase the production of natural collagen in the skin, which provides a fairly strong lifting effect. This substance has one more action: it helps to narrow the pores and normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands.
As you can see, acid has a fairly wide spectrum of action. That is why glycol peeling is gaining popularity so quickly. Reviews about him are positive, and this is the best advertisement. Of course, there are rare negative reviews, but mostly from those who did not bother to consult a cosmetologist before the procedure, which led to an unpleasant effect.
What are the indications for the use of glycolic acid? As you might guess, the list of indications is quite wide:
- age-related changes;
- blackheads and the scars left after them;
- hyperpigmentation;
- uneven skin;
- rehabilitation after less sparing procedures;
oily skin and enlarged pores.
Do not forget about contraindications. They even have a procedure such as glycol peeling. Reviews on the Internet often mention them, as they can also be the cause of an unsatisfactory result. Glycol peeling is indicated for those who have:
- herpes in acute form;
- any inflammation and damage to the skin;
- pregnancy;
- intolerance to the components of the drug.
The required number of procedures, depending on the existing problems, will help determine the beautician. Usually there are from 4 to 10. The break between the procedures is from a week to a month. And between the procedures, the doctor may advise using drugs containing the same glycolic acid.
The cosmetologist determines the intensity of exposure, the concentration of acid. Usually it increases from procedure to procedure, so as not to shock the skin immediately. With the correct procedure and the absence of an allergic reaction, redness and irritation are practically absent. Separately, it is worth noting that this procedure has no age restrictions. It can be used from a young age, to prevent early skin aging.
Some cosmetologists recommend using various preparations containing the same acid before and after glycolic peeling. This is done in order to prepare the skin for its effects, which also reduces the likelihood of a negative effect. In addition, this allows you to check whether a woman has an allergy to the components of the drugs.
It is easy to understand why glycol peeling is gaining popularity so quickly. Reviews on the Internet may indicate a great positive practice in applying this procedure.