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Glycolic acid is an ingredient you may have come across in the skin care aisle; but, what does it exactly do for skin? For those seeking a powerful ingredient to add to their anti-aging regime, glycolic acid can be a powerful difference maker! Don't be turned off by the word, acid; on the contrary this ingredient is anything but harsh! Read on to learn what benefits glycolic acid has to offer and how to use it properly to achieve noticeable results.<\/p>\n

What Is Glycolic Acid?<\/h3>\n

For starters, glycolic acid is a type of AHA<\/a> (alpha hydroxy acid) which also includes lactic and citric acid. The other major acid group, beta hydroxy differ in molecular composition and includes the popular salicylic<\/a> acid. AHA's are geared toward anti aging due to their rapid ability to increase skin turnover while exfoliating skin. It is derived from natural cane sugar which makes this ingredient sensitive skin <\/a>friendly.<\/p>\n

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True to the adage that the best things come in small packages is true of this powerful acid. Compared to the other types of acid, glycolic is seen as the smallest in weight of the group. This distinctive trait allows it to travel through water based cell membranes effortlessly. In other words, its small size also equates to more dramatic results for even the most stubborn skin.<\/p>\n

How Does Glycolic Acid Work?<\/h3>\n

How does this tiny molecule work to give you the skin of yesteryear? To break it down simply, glycolic acid works by squeezing itself between the matrices of cells. Strong bonds seen in sebum cells are held together by a glue like substance. Once glycolic acid has penetrated sebum cells by “burning” its way through, it further breaks down dead skin cells to reveal glowing, healthy and “new” skin cells underneath dermal layers.<\/p>\n

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This change also alters skin ph, the ideal ph for skin hovers on the more acidic end of the spectrum. This acid works to re-balance the ph of skin while effectively removing bacteria causing cells that can increase sebum production.<\/p>\n

What Are The Benefits Of Glycolic Acid?<\/h3>\n

Aside from working as a powerful exfoliater and anti-aging agent, glycolic acid also offers the following benefits with regular use:<\/p>\n