On whether glycolic acid can remove age spots
In recent years, the method of skin care is becoming more and more popular. Glycolic acid has gradually attracted attention in the field of skin care, and its removal method related to age spots is also hotly discussed by everyone.

Glycolic acid belongs to the class of fruit acids, with simple molecules and strong penetration into the skin. Everyone doubts whether it can be the nemesis of age spots?

Or, glycolic acid has unique effects. First, it can accelerate the metabolism of the stratum corneum and promote the shedding of aging keratinocytes. The formation of age spots is partially due to the slow metabolism of keratinocytes and the accumulation of them. If glycolic acid can make the replacement of the stratum corneum orderly, it may prevent the development of age spots when they first appear. Second, glycolic acid can stimulate the synthesis of collagen in the dermis. As the skin ages, collagen decreases, causing the skin to relax and age spots to appear easily. If glycolic acid can increase collagen, tighten the skin, or reduce the appearance of age spots.

However, there are also doubts. The causes of age spots are complex, or involve genetics, sun exposure, endocrine and other factors. Although glycolic acid is beneficial for keratin metabolism and collagen synthesis, it is difficult to completely solve the troubles of age spots with a single force. And glycolic acid is irritating to a certain extent, and those with sensitive skin may be intolerable. Improper use can cause skin damage, erythema, itching and other symptoms.

In summary, glycolic acid in the removal of age spots may have auxiliary effects, but it cannot be regarded as a panacea. Those who want to remove age spots should comprehensively consider their skin conditions, or combine various therapies, such as laser technology, drug treatment, etc., and daily protection is also indispensable, such as avoiding the hot sun and taking care of their skin, so as to achieve the ideal effect.