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Glyco-Lac/60, Level 2 Gel Peel -30 ml/1 fl oz |  | Brand: Skin Laboratory
Category: Beauty
List Price: $34.95
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Seller: Skin Laboratory
Rating:  39 reviews
Sales Rank: 250
Ingredients: Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, deionized water, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, propylene glycol, propyl and methyl parahydroxybenzoate.
Media: Health and Beauty
Size: 30ml
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6 x 2 x 4
UPC: 898057002043
EAN: 0898057002043
ASIN: B000PNTQW0
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| Features:
| • | Improves hydration due to lactic acid stimulating glycosaminoglycans production in | | • | Encourages cell renewal | | • | Less irritating than a pure glycolic peel | | • | Improves elastin fibers in dermis |
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Product Description
Level 1) Glycolic/35, Lactic/35, Salicylic/20
Level 2) Glycolac/60, Lactic/50 - Twice as strong as L1
Level 3) Glycolic/50, Lactic/70, BHA+, HQ+ - Twice as strong as L2
Choosing a Peel:
Glycolic: stimulates collagen growth more effectively than any of the other peels. It's small molecule allows it to slip beneath the epidermis to reach the collagen fibers below and results in 15%-25% thickening over 12 weeks. Glycolic acid generally causes little or no visible peeling.
Lactic: works on the surface of the skin to treat tone, texture, and pigmentation. The Lactic acid molecule works to pull moisture into the cells, and exfoliate surface cells which helps to perfect the skin's surface and restore the skin's natural glow.
Glycolac: With a combination of Glycolic (25%) with Lactic (35%), it provides hydration and tone improvements of the Lactic, with the increased collagen stimulation of the glycolic. It is generally well tolerated because the lactic and glycolic work on different levels or the skin.
Salicylic: a great kertolytic which means it helps loosen the bonds between skin cells to promote exfoliating. It is the only hydroxy acid which is oil soluble which allows it to penetrate into clogged pores. It can be used more frequently than the other peels without must risk for irritation.
BHA+: Hands down the best peel for acne and oily skin. You should expect some visible flaking of the skin 2 days after using the peel. This will help with active acne blemishes as well as old acne marks, and a variety of other skin problems.
HQ+: This peel is best for pigmentation and acne scarring. Similar to our BHA+ peel, with added ingredients which to help to fade pigmentation differences and even skin tone. If you suffer from old acne marks, age spots, or melasma, this peel will be the most effective in helping you.
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| Customer Reviews:
A peel one can use weekly for maintenance... August 5, 2010
Obama-Mama (Orange County, CA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased this peel because I wanted something that might help to fade any small freckles/sun spots developing on my face, as well as fade small wrinkles near my eyes. I am Asian, with a medium-light complexion that is already fairly wrinkle and acne-free; but I was starting to see more melanin spots on my face developing, as I didn't start using sunscreen on my face daily until age 30 (I am now 35). However, my skin does tend to be oily in the T-zone, and I would still get an occasional pimple on my forehead or under my cheekbones on a regular basis.
After using this product, I noticed that my already scarce breakouts became practically non-existent, and though some of the small freckles on my upper cheeks haven't faded much, my skin does feel and look smoother and clearer. I don't use concealer, powder, or foundation (I can't stand the look and feel of it on my skin), and only use Shiseido SPF 55 for the face on a daily basis, but this seems to be all I need to still look pretty flawless, which I attribute to some of the peel's effects. I originally only used the 35% glycolic acid peel sold by the same company, but decided to try this lactic acid/glycolic acid combination to see if it would have a different or stronger effect (it does sting/tingle more than the 35% glycolic acid peel alone). I usually use this product every 7 days, and leave the solution on for a full 10 minutes (it stings and tingles, but this doesn't bother me much; leaving it on this long doesn't cause any "hot spots" on my skin, either, but my skin is pretty resistant to a lot of environmental insults). I also notice that small blackheads and sebaceous plugs in my forehead and nose will loosen easily and can be pushed or exfoliated out more easily after using this peel.
Overall, I think this is a good maintenance peel for those who want to slow (or possibly even reverse) the subtle signs of aging, i.e. development of melanin pigmentation from sun exposure, smoothing the surface of the epidermis, possibly neutralizing fine lines, and decreasing acne. I will likely continue using this product, until I become adventurous enough to perhaps try something different and stronger (i.e. a 70% Lactic Acid peel). The price is right, too, and won't cost you the overhead you might pay for having the same type of peel done at a medi-spa.
 wonderful July 12, 2010
This peel is very good for my skin, make my skin soft and white. it is very easy to use. Just use it every 3 or 4 days.
Really Good Product! July 9, 2010
Aerosmith Fan
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am 26 years old and have moderate acne (cystic, and pastules) and hyperpigmentation from the breakouts. I have tried multiple topical products (including Retin-A, acne cleansers, serums, creams, and a Jessner's peel that was administered by a medical spa and cost $300, and IPL treatments) as well as natural supplements (zinc, herbs, brewers yeast, etc) and dietary changes (eliminating dairy, gluten, and sugar) all with little effect.
The Jessner's peel was the most effective treatment I had tried, but I hated the fact that my skin turns thick and looks like you have 2nd degree burns. This lasts about 6 days and is embarrassing. Besides, $300 a visit adds up quickly! So I found this peel. It has glycolic and Lactic acids so it would address the active acne as well as the hyperpigmentation that old outbreaks left behind. I have now used it 3 times with really good results. It has significantly improved the tone and texture of my skin (my family has been commenting on how smooth my skin looks now) and has reduced the visibility of the old acne marks (they were not scars). It has reduced the number of pimples I get significantly, but has not eliminated outbreaks altogether. I would say it was JUST as effective as the much more expensive peel, but with many other benefits: I can do it at home, my face does not peel/flake at all so I look normal, and I get multiple treatments out of a bottle.
As a note, I left the peel on for 3 minutes each time I have done the treatment (my skin is pretty tough after all the other procedures) and I had absolutely no visible signs of peeling. It is very convenient! I wish it would have stopped the outbreaks altogether, but overall I am very pleased. I will certainly buy more of this company's products, but will try a stronger peel next time. This peel has made me comfortable in my own skin again, and for that I am so grateful! Thank-you!!
 Results probably depend on your skin sensitivity... May 10, 2010
mom, wife, chick (Chicagoland, IL USA)
I have mostly oily skin, so really no wrinkles as I've had a "natural" moisturizer my whole life. I'm 35 and while my skin isn't wrinkled, I've noticed some age spot/discoloration to my forehead and nose in the past 2 years. It's not super dark but pretty bothersome for me. I've also noticed my cheeks seeming a bit reddish in the past year so wanted something mainly to even out my skin tone. I also read that this product could help with some blackheads that I've always had on my nose. I tried this product out, first on the back of my hand and a small patch on my arm and right away noticed I didn't feel any sting. Which I figured was good but also made me question whether or not it would work for me. After a few days, I saw no reaction, adverse or otherwise, so I did a whole face application. This time, I did feel some slight stinging but nothing unbearable. I should note that I don't consider my skin to be sensitive and so wasn't really surprised by this. Because of the lack of stinging, I kept it on for about 5 mins. I saw no results after this 1st app, so I went ahead and a few days later did a 2nd app - it felt about the same but this time I kept it on longer - maybe 7 mins. Still no real results. I did see a tiny bit of peeling around the crease of my nose, but that's it. My 3rd app I decided to keep on for the max of 10 mins and even did my chest area, as it's seen some sun over the years too. Again, same feeling but no real results, EXCEPT that I seemed to be getting acne, AKA, whiteheads, on my chin and lower cheeks. NOT what I was hoping for, as far as results! In the end, I believe this product will possibly work for someone with skin not as "tough" as mine, if that makes sense. I didn't love the pimples I got after using this but they weren't terrible. That was the worst side effect so I can't really say too many bad things about this product. In the end, I think I may need a stronger peel to see results.
Just to note, I found the product to feel good going on, as in, it's consistency is smooth and easy to apply and noticed no real scent. This bottle would last me a long time if I continue to use it. For now, I think I might try the HQ or some other level 3 peel from this company.
It's just ok. April 29, 2010
Leah
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I think that this a great starter product for those new to home peeling. I've been using Glycolic peels for years in a stronger concentration so this was a step backwards for me. I got this product mainly for removing some sun damage. I have not used Lactic acid before and wanted to use a lighter concentration to start with. I have fair skin so any tiny bit of sun damage shows up fast. Always remember your sun screen! :)
I've noticed some difference after 4 applications but not the improvement I was looking for. For myself in the future I will probably go back to using Glycolic separately from the Lactic unless I can find a product that has a stronger percentage of Lactic & Glycolic in it.
I do have one recommendation for those new to these type of products. Definitely try it out on the back of your hand to see how your skin will react and so you can get a good idea of what you have to do to neutralize the peel and completely rinse it off. Another poster gave a better description & instructions on mixing baking soda with water to neutralize. I also recommend you use baking soda. & don't be cheap when rinsing. You don't want to leave these types of products on your skin for longer than necessary.
Good Luck :)
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