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For Acne
A glycolic acid peel helps treat acne pustules, blackheads and whiteheads.
It is fast, painless, and a very cost effective way to treat acne. It is an
important addition to the acne treatment done at home.
A thin layer of glycolic acid
is applied to the face, chest or back, and left on the skin for one to two minutes before
it is neutralized. Initially the procedure should be repeated every two weeks for about
three months. After this period, the treatment may be performed once a month.
For Sun-Damaged Skin
A glycolic acid peel is
very effective for the treatment of mild to moderate sun-induced damage of the face
and hands, including fine wrinkles, irregular pigmentation and keratoses.
A thin layer of glycolic acid is
applied to the face and hands, and left on the skin for one to two minutes before it is neutralized.
For most optimal results, pretreatment of the skin with Retin-A is suggested.
Initially, the peels
will be repeated every one to two weeks until the desired effects are attained.
Following this period, maintenance treatments may be repeated every one to two months.
