On the safety of glycolic acid on 14-year-olds

The use of glycolic acid has attracted much attention in the field of skin care. However, 14-year-olds have tender skin, and whether it is safe to use glycolic acid is a matter of concern to everyone.

Looking at the skin of a 14-year-old teenager, it is in a critical period of growth and development. At this stage, the skin has active metabolism, thin stratum corneum, and imperfect self-protection. Compared with adults, it is more sensitive and delicate.

Glycolic acid belongs to the fruit acid class. The principle of its action is to loosen the connection between keratinocytes, promote the shedding of the stratum corneum, accelerate the skin's metabolism, and then achieve the effect of improving skin quality, such as brightening skin tone, refining pores, reducing wrinkles, etc. However, it also has certain irritating properties.

For 14-year-old adolescents, if they rashly use products containing glycolic acid, there may be many risks. The acidic nature of glycolic acid may cause acid-base imbalance in the skin and damage the skin's barrier. If the barrier is damaged, the skin's ability to resist external stimuli will suddenly decrease, which is easy to cause allergic reactions, such as redness, itching, tingling, and even skin rash. And improper use for a long time may interfere with the normal metabolic process of the skin and affect its normal development.

However, it does not mean that 14-year-olds should never use glycolic acid. If due to specific skin problems, such as severe acne, after diagnosis and evaluation by a professional dermatologist, under the strict guidance and monitoring of the doctor, low-concentration glycolic acid products can be used cautiously, and close attention should be paid to the skin reaction. The initial use should be tried from a low frequency and a small area. If the skin can tolerate it well, then adjust the frequency and area of use as appropriate.

In summary, 14-year-olds should use glycolic acid with caution. On the premise of ensuring skin health and safety, professional advice should be sought first, and glycolic acid products should not be used at will to avoid irreversible damage to delicate skin.