Sleeping with Glycolic Acid on Face
On lying on the face with glycolic acid
Today I have a question, can I sleep on the face with glycolic acid? This is related to the safety of the skin and cannot be ignored.

Glycolic acid belongs to fruit acid and the like, which has many effects on the skin. First, it can exfoliate, make the old keratin on the surface of the skin fall off, and make the skin more delicate and smooth. Second, it can promote the metabolism of the skin, speed up the rate of cell renewal, and make the skin glow. Third, it may improve the texture of the skin and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

However, if lying on the face with glycolic acid, there are also risks. Glycolic acid is irritating to a certain extent. For those with sensitive skin, if you apply it to sleep, the skin will be irritated for a long time at night, or cause discomfort, such as redness, itching, tingling, etc. And when you sleep at night, the skin's metabolism is active, and applying glycolic acid may affect the normal process of skin self-repair. If you do not take good protection after applying, if you do not avoid strong light, see light the next day, or increase the possibility of sunburn and anti-tanning of the skin.

Therefore, if you want to apply glycolic acid to your face and lie down, you should first test the skin's tolerance. Take a small amount of glycolic acid and apply it behind the ear or to a small piece of facial skin. After observing the number, if there And the concentration should be low when applying, starting from a low concentration. After the skin adapts, increase the concentration as appropriate. Apply it before lying down to ensure that the skin is clean. Apply an appropriate amount of hydration and moisturization after applying, which can reduce irritation. If the skin feels uncomfortable after applying, it should be washed immediately, and if necessary, consult a doctor.

In short, there are advantages and disadvantages to lying on the face with glycolic acid. Those who use it should be cautious and weigh it according to their own skin condition to ensure skin health.