Exfoliating Peel from It Works! So now you’re probably wondering, what does glycolic actually do for your skin? There are many benefits to the product that people love! Glycolic acid contains small molecules that are able to penetrate into the skin. Once it penetrates under the surface it loosens up the glue-like substance that holds the skin cells together and allows the skin to shed off the old dead cells. Once the skin has rid itself of the old cells it appears brighter and leaves your skin with a more, healthy glow. Over time using a product with glycolic in it on a regular basis, you are going to notice your pores will appear smaller, you will have less acne and scarring, fine lines and wrinkles will smooth out, hyperpigmentation (sun damage) will disappear, and the overall texture of your skin will improve! It is medically impossibly to shrink pores, but, pores do appear larger when your skin is not properly exfoliated leaving dead cells to build up and clog the pore. When this happens, the pore (follicle) opens up by trying to “breath” causing it to appear larger. By using glycolic, it acts as an exfoliant, allowing your pores to go back down to their original size. Also, by removing the top layer of dead skin cells, other products in your skin care regimen are able to penetrate deeper under the surface, giving your skin the highest benefits. Not many skin care products can penetrate deeper than the epidermis layer of the skin. Glycolic Acid happens to be one of few products that does go deeper and into the dermis layer. The dermis layer is where collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid (your skins natural water-binding agent) are formed. Glycolic also acts as a water-binding agent, helping to plump the skin. This is what ultimately helps reduce and diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Posted on: Sat, 29 Nov 2014 13:09:29 +0000