Glycolic Acid

Exfoliant & resurfacing

What is Glycolic Acid?

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates the skin's surface, improving texture and tone. Sun sensitivity may increase with regular use.

In skincare terms, Glycolic Acid is an exfoliating ingredient that helps lift away dead surface skin cells.

What does it do?

Glycolic Acid is primarily used for exfoliant & resurfacing.

Who it may suit

If your skin is sensitive or reactive, introduce it slowly and patch test first. It is widely used across products for all skin types.

Also listed as

On an ingredients label (INCI), Glycolic Acid may appear as: glycolic acid.

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