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Glycolic Acid Peel 40%

pH 3.0, 4 fl. oz (118 ml)

FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY

About Glycolic Acid

Glycolic Acid has long been one of the most important skin care ingredients available. The unique character of this AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) makes glycolic an excellent catalyst for rejuvenating the skin. In fact, all the skin peels and skin exfoliants we offer are effective at getting your skin renewal on the right track simply because they kick-start the regeneration process by exfoliating the skin and causing new skin, collagen and elastin to grow and take place of the older and sun exposed skin. Afte exfoliating, your newly revealed skin is younger looking and hence the revitalization has started. Glycolic acid has been shown to be especially effective for damaged and aged skin whilst Lactic Acid, for example, is an AHA cousin and is considered a less agressive peel acid and is less drying to the skin. On the other side of the spectrum you can consider Salicylic Acid which is a fantastic cosmetic ingredient to reduce facial oil and impurities and improve the look of your skin. Salicylic used immediately prior to a Glycolic treatment will allow for a deeper penetration of the Glycolic and a significantly better result - a procedure referred to as an Alpha Beta peel.

Glycolic Acid is beneficial for almost all skin types. Skin rejuvenation, anti-aging, retexturization and evening skin tone are just some of the benefits of using Glycolic. When used properly, it proves great for oily & acneic skin. Glycolic Acid assists in removing the outer layers of thickened or damaged skin, leaving a smoother and healthier appearance. Glycolic Acid is capable of penetrating into the deeper layers of the skin and increases the rate of dead cell shedding, new skin cell production, and collagen formation.

Action

To cause a rapid exfoliation of epidermal cells, thereby loosening impactions, clarifying the complexion, and reducing scars, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. Usage: This glycolic acid solution is for professional use only by skin care specialists. It is available only at the sole risk of the professional applicator and can never be sold to the customer for home use. The professional in-salon treatment should only be administered after the client has used the 10% solution at home for a period of not less than two weeks with no adverse reaction.

Important Note

This treatment should not be performed on any client who suffers from any skin condition or disease such as lupus, cancer, eczema, psoriasis, or herpes. Do not use on persons who are currently on Accutane medication or who have taken this medication in the past 6 months. The following steps detail a basic peeling treatment:

Steps

  1. Cleanse the skin with Perfect Balance.
  2. Have the client in a semi-reclined position.
  3. Apply skin Renew to a clean dry skin.
  4. When the face is completely dry, apply Glycolic Peel 40% using a medium-stiff fan brush.
  5. Avoid the eye area and do not apply to eyelids. Make sure the client keeps his or her eyes closed the entire time. Apply a thin coat in an upward direction.

    Note: If the skin becomes excessively red or uncomfortable for the client, remove the solution and neutralize the skin with a baking soda/ice water mixture.
  6. Rinse thoroughly with a solution of baking soda and water (two quarts water with two heaping tablespoons of baking soda). Rinse well several times.
  7. Apply Hydra Intensive Serum- Hyaluronic acid to restore the pH level.
  8. Gentle extractions may be performed at this time.
  9. High frequency or LED Light Treatment may be performed if desired at this time.
  10. End the treatment with application of moisturizer for skin type, Anti-Aging Eye Cream, and Skin Shield SPF 30.