For the most vain women, frequent visits to the dermatologist become almost mandatory over the years. But for a great reason: There are currently a number of professionally recommended treatments and products that soften or slow the signs of aging or simply make your skin look much better.
Among the frequently used acids indicated by dermatologists, Glycolic has attracted a lot of attention because it brings relatively fast results and many benefits to the skin of women.
What is glycolic acid?
According to dermatologist Renata Fernandes Marques, Glycolic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, derived from sugar cane and sweet vegetables. It is a colorless, odorless acid, widely used in skin rejuvenating products. • It has the ability to exfoliate the skin, lighten it and stimulate collagen synthesis in the dermis, preventing or slowing its aging. It can make skin thinner, silky, clear and even reduce acne scars?
The dermatologist explains that the acid can be used in the form of peeling or in products containing it. "Its correct use, in addition to the benefits already mentioned above, can make the skin more uniform, firm, hydrated and shiny," he adds.
Do the benefits of products take a long time to appear?
With so many benefits it can offer to women's skin, there is no doubt how valid it is to use as long as it is recommended by a dermatologist. But do the results take too long to appear?
The results are variable and depend on the concentration of glycolic acid in the cosmetic. But usually they can be noticed from the second or third month of use. When performed in the form of peeling, where concentrations are higher, results appear faster in weeks? explains dermatologist Renata.
What products contain glycolic acid?
There are currently several products on the market that contain glycolic acid in their composition. From medical manipulation to commercial products sold in stores and pharmacies such as Glenmark's Demelan Whitening Cream; Derm AHA and Biomedic Pigment Vontrol of La Roche Posay; Vichy's Normaderm line, among others ?, says the dermatologist.
Ideally, always buy any product under the recommendation of a dermatologist, who will choose the best option for each skin type. However, products of commercial lines, because they have lower concentrations of glycolic acid, are sold without a prescription ?, explains dermatologist Renata Marques.
Demelan Whitening Cream 15g for R $ 54.94 at Farmadelivery
La Roche-Posay Derm AHA 30mL Anti-Aging Serum for R $ 145,90 on Netfarma
Biomedic Pigment Control Laroche Posay 30ml for $ 50.00 at Panvel
Vichy Normaderm Tri-Activ 50ml for R $ 67.41 at Panvel
Clean AHAS 190ml Glycolic Acid Soap for $ 39.99 at Qualityderm
The use of photoprotectors
"All patients who are using some acid should use photoprotectors, because the skin is more sensitive to ultraviolet radiation, increasing the chance of burns and blemishes if the skin is not adequately protected," says dermatologist Renata.
Contraindications
According to the doctor, Glycolic Acid should not be used by people with active infection at the site of application, allergic to the product, skin with open or recent burns, and pregnant women.
You now know the benefits of Glycolic Acid and, if so, you can consult your dermatologist about the use of acid-containing products or the possibility of peeling. But always remember to follow the guidelines given by the professional, because only then the results will be satisfactory and your skin will be really more beautiful and rejuvenated!
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