When your skin is in serious need of some TLC, get a chemical peel . There are plenty of different types to try. But if you’re looking for something to improve your skin’s overall texture and give you the ultimate #skingoals, this is the peel to turn to: a glycolic acid peel. To walk us through what exactly goes on during this miracle working treatment, we asked the experts to break it all down for us.
These peels are available as a treatment in a doctor’s office or as part of a weekly regimen. Introduce glycolic acid into your routine by using it only once a month, says Fusco, then slowly start to increase your use and acid concentration as your skin grows to become more tolerant. If it’s a lower concentration of glycolic acid anything 10 percent or lower), you can use it more than once a week as long as your skin can take it.
Brauer, however, warns against using these peels every single day. “It’s important that the skin maintain its barrier function. Too frequent application may result in breakdown of the outer layers of skin,” he says.If you decide to get an in-office peel treatment with a dermatologist, it will contain a stronger glycolic acid concentration than anything you use at home. “The main differences are concentration or strength, pH, and formulation,” says Brauer.
One is not necessarily better than the other; it’s all about what you’re looking for. “For corrective treatments, in-office will always have stronger options,” says Bhanusali. “That being said, most patients like maintenance protocols and want to use these peels as a way of improving long-term skin health. For that, at-home peels are a great option.”
Fusco also stresses the importance of knowing your skin type and sensitivity. She finds very sensitive skin types tend to do better with a lighter at-home peel. If you’re going for an in-office treatment, she suggests starting with the lower strength and increase the concentration the more you go.Glycolic acid peels do more than just exfoliate—they totally transform the appearance, tone, and texture of your skin. “They give a nice glow, which is always welcome by my patients,” he says.
Brauer says irritation, inflammation, redness, scarring, and pigmentation are common side effects. Fusco says to never get a peel if your skin is actively sunburned, infected, or if you're prone to cold sores. If you are on acne medicine such as Accutane or prescription strength retinol, she says to consult with your doctor before using a glycolic peel.
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