On the pros and cons of glycolic acid
Glycolic acid is often seen in daily products, and people often discuss its pros and cons.
Or glycolic acid is harmful. Its nature is corrosive to a certain extent. If the concentration is inappropriate, it touches the skin and is easy to cause discomfort. Light ones are redness and itching, and severe ones will damage the texture and cause skin diseases. And when it enters the eyes, it is especially harmful, and it can damage the clarity of the eyes. And if you eat it carelessly, the stomach and intestines will also suffer from it, abdominal pain, vomiting and other diseases or health.
However, it is also called glycolic acid beneficial. In the field of beauty and skin care, glycolic acid has the power of rejuvenating the skin. It can exfoliate waste, make the skin smooth, delicate, and brighter in color. And it can promote the growth of collagen, make the skin firm and elastic, and slow down the aging of the skin. In the industrial road, it can be used as a cleaning agent, with strong decontamination power, relatively mild corrosiveness to metals, and can clean utensils without damaging the body.
To sum up, the quality of glycolic acid cannot be generalized. When used properly, the dose and concentration are controlled according to norms, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, and it can be used by humans. However, if it is used improperly and its properties are ignored, it will be very harmful. Therefore, in the application of glycolic acid, when it is carefully treated and the advantages and disadvantages are weighed, it can achieve its best effect and avoid its harm.