On the improvement of glycolic acid on oily skin
Looking at the state of the skin, oily skin is often disturbed by excessive oil secretion. And glycolic acid may have a unique effect in this regard.
Glycolic acid belongs to the class of fruit acids, with tiny molecules and strong permeability. It acts on the skin to loosen the connections between keratinocytes and promote old exfoliation. For oily skin, if the normal metabolism of the stratum corneum is blocked, it is easy to cause oil excretion and accumulation. Glycolic acid helps its metabolism, making pores unobstructed and oil excreted unimpeded, thereby reducing the feeling of greasy skin.
Furthermore, glycolic acid can regulate the secretion function of the sebaceous glands. Overactive sebaceous glands are the main cause of excessive oil secretion in oily skin. Glycolic acid can act on sebaceous gland cells, or inhibit their tendency to over-secrete oil, so that the amount of oil secretion is gradually balanced. Long-term use of skin care products containing glycolic acid can effectively regulate the oil secretion of oily skin and improve the oily condition of the skin.
However, the use of glycolic acid should also be cautious. Because of its certain irritation, initial use may cause short-term discomfort to the skin, such as slight tingling, redness, etc. Therefore, at the beginning of use, the concentration should be low, and the frequency and concentration of use should be gradually increased, so that the skin can gradually adapt. At the same time, attention should be paid to skin moisturization and sun protection during use to prevent dry skin and sunburn.
To sum up, glycolic acid has great potential for improving oily skin, but it can only be used properly and followed correctly to maximize its effectiveness and help skin regain a refreshing and healthy state.