What You Need To Know About Glycolic Acid Face Wash

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We love our skin so much and anytime we get a chance, we go for taking care of it. We simply love to get our hands in products that do magic to our face, especially when they contain the ingredients that are the right ones for our skin type. However, before using any particular product, we should keep in mind to check the prescription first since not all skin types are the same and, what might work for one specific skin type, might not give the same results to someone who has the same skin type. Also, in case you have any allergies, you should always seek advice from a doctor or a dermatologist, before using the product.

What is glycolic acid? Well, glycolic acid is used as an exfoliant and falls in the alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) group. This acid is mostly found in plants like sugar cane, beets, and pineapple. Products containing glycolic acid bring so many benefits to our skin, starting from rejuvenating to moisturizing. One’s skin can absorb it quickly since it has the smallest molecule of the acid group. Another benefit that we get from using glycolic acid products is that it stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, and, if you make it a routine to use it, it can, in fact, stimulate skin healing while it also reduces signs of environmental damage.

It is advised to start the glycolic acid cream regimen with a product that has a low concentration of glycolic acid (around 10% or less.) If your skin is happy with the result, then you can find a product with a higher concentration, however, keep in mind that the maximum concentration recommended for at-home use is 30%.

Glycolic Acid Face Wash

Being aware of all these benefits that glycolic acid has, we can easily add this ingredient in our skin care routine by using facial cleansers, peels, and creams. However, one of the best ways to sneak this acid in our skin regimen is by using a facial cleanser since washing your face with it every day, it is more likely you will get positive results. Another good thing about the facial cleanser that consists of glycolic acid is that, since one does not leave cleansers on the skin for a long period of time, you are less likely to experience the major side-effects of the glycolic acid. Also, applying glycolic face wash is easy peasy, and, it will leave your skin brand new.

Below see a list of 10 best face washes that contain glycolic acid – according to StyleCaster:

1. InstaNatural Glycolic Cleanser

Lemon, sugar cane, willow bark, vitamin E, and chamomile is what this face wash is packed with so it can create an oil-free product that is still nourishing for the dehydrated skin.

$18.87 at Amazon

2. Jan Marini Bioglycolic Face Cleanser

After using this clarifying and gentle cream-based wash there is no need to use a toner.

$38 at Jan Marini

3. Jack Black Deep Dive Glycolic Facial Cleanser

This skin care cleanser is vegan, fragrance, and paraben-free. The best thing about it is that this face wash can be used as a purifying mask when left to dry on the skin.

Available at Amazon

4. Anthony Glycolic Facial Cleanser

This face wash contains vitamins A, C, and E pair with chamomile and aloe vera so this makes it a soothing, exfoliating cleanser.

Available at Amazon

5. Body Merry Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Cleanser

With the help of kojic, jojoba, willow bark and plant oils, this exfoliating cleanser brightens one’s complexation.

Available at Amazon

6. Maderma Aqua Glycolic Facial Cleanser

Extraordinary is what this affordable face wash is. It is great for acne-prone skin and goes on gently while leaving your skin feeling smooth. The bonus of this face wash is that in case you have razor bumps, then it can help reduce those, too.

$14 at Amazon

7. Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser

This foaming cleanser will leave your skin feel radiant since it is formulated with herbal extract for soothing benefits. It works best for dry skin since it cleanses and hydrates without stripping skin of the natural oils it needs.

$16 at Amazon

8. Glytone Mild Gel Cleanser

By using this face wash you will remove makeup, dirt and oil residue from the skin and it also helps restore its natural pH – it is perfect for oily skin. What makes it a pleasure to use is that it has a clean scent.

$33 at Amazon

9. SkinCeuticals Purifying Cleanser

Fresh and conditioned is what this skin care cleanser will leave your face like. One uses this in conjunction with a prescription retinoid to keep our complexions healthy and flake-free—which is just what we want!

$50 at Amazon

10. Peter Thomas Roth 3% Glycolic Solutions Cleanser

This face wash is packed with pro-vitamin B5 and arginine. It is amazing for anyone who is looking to combat fine lines and wrinkles.

$26 at Amazon

Glycolic acid increases your skin’s sun sensitivity, so you should keep in mind to always follow up the usage by applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher after applying products that consist of glycolic acid and cover the parts in which you have applied glycolic acid.

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