Is The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner Good for Sensitive Skin
On the suitability of fruit acid toner for sensitive skin
There are fruit acid toners today, and everyone doubts whether it is suitable for sensitive skin. Sensitive skin, thin stratum corneum, weak tolerance, easy to be stimulated by foreign objects and cause discomfort, such as redness, itching, tingling, etc.
Fruit acid has the effect of exfoliating keratin and promoting keratinocyte renewal. It can improve roughness and dullness on the skin, making the skin glow. However, it is also strong, and those with sensitive skin use it, or cause skin overreaction.
Although fruit acid toner contains fruit acid ingredients, its concentration is different, and the formula is also different. Low-concentration fruit acid toner, supplemented by soothing and moisturizing agents, may be suitable for some sensitive skin. However, high concentrations increase the risk greatly.
If you want to use fruit acid toner for sensitive skin, test sensitivity first. Apply a little behind the ear or on the inside of the forearm, and wait for a few days. If there is no abnormality, you can apply it lightly to the surface, and the initial frequency should be low, depending on the skin's tolerance.
In general, fruit acid toner is not completely unusable for sensitive skin, but it needs to be carefully selected and used. According to the characteristics of the skin, weigh the advantages and disadvantages to achieve the effect of skin care and avoid the worry of damage.