Glycolic Acid Use Proportion Guide
If you want to make good use of glycolic acid, you must first know the appropriate ratio. Glycolic acid has a significant effect on skin care, but its proportion is inappropriate, or it may cause skin discomfort.
For beginners, a low ratio should be selected. Cover the skin is not used to this substance, if the ratio is too high, it may cause irritation. About 2% - 5% glycolic acid concentration can be selected for entry. This concentration is mild, can help skin rejuvenate, exfoliate, make the skin gradually adapt to its effect, and less irritation worries.
If the skin has been adapted to a low concentration and wants better results, the concentration can be gradually increased. To between 8% and 12%. At this time, the power of glycolic acid is slightly stronger, and it is more effective in improving skin texture, reducing pigmentation, and promoting collagen production. When using it, it is still necessary to be cautious and observe the reaction of the skin.
As for high concentrations, such as more than 15%, it can be used by extraordinary people. Although the effect of such concentrations is huge, it is also very irritating. Only professional medical beauty scenes should be used by the doctor, and good care should be taken after application to prevent skin damage.
In general, when using glycolic acid, the proportion should be gradually selected according to the quality and tolerance of the skin. In this way, the effect of skin care can be obtained, and skin injuries can be avoided.