I ve been using an 8% buffered glycolic product for home use every PM for over a year. My skin seems to tolerate this strength without obvious irritation. I d like to gradually progress to a 10% buffered strength, but I recently read about the risk of over exfoliating . Is daily use of a buffered glycolic product safe? What are the indicators (signs & symptoms) of over exfoliating ? Thank you.
hi, thank you for putting up your query on HCM. --glycolic acid is a peeling agent. -- 6-8% is a very low concentration, it can be used daily for a long term. -- i would like to inform you further, that any long term usage of medication may impose side effects like dryness, exfoliating skin and also post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. - i would suggest you to consult a dermatologist before increasing its strength on its own. - signs and symptoms of over exfoliating is dryness of skin, peeling of skin, sensitive skin. - you may apply white soft paraffin or cetaphil lotion if it is exfoliating. wishing you a healthy skin. thank you.
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Is Daily Use Of A Buffered Glycolic Product Safe?
hi, thank you for putting up your query on HCM. --glycolic acid is a peeling agent. -- 6-8% is a very low concentration, it can be used daily for a long term. -- i would like to inform you further, that any long term usage of medication may impose side effects like dryness, exfoliating skin and also post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. - i would suggest you to consult a dermatologist before increasing its strength on its own. - signs and symptoms of over exfoliating is dryness of skin, peeling of skin, sensitive skin. - you may apply white soft paraffin or cetaphil lotion if it is exfoliating. wishing you a healthy skin. thank you.