This flattening effect is what makes fine lines and wrinkles less noticeable. Glycolic acid exfoliates by dissolving dead skin cells, and this removal of dead skin cells flattens the skin's surface. In a study of the efficacy of glycolic acid for treating wrinkles, researchers found that glycolic acid both reduced the number of wrinkles as well as the length of wrinkles. This exfoliation accelerates skin cell renewal, and accelerated skin cell renewal both increases collagen production as well as the skin's natural ability to retain hydration (two keys to preventing and reducing fine lines and wrinkles).
Glycolic acid reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by deeply exfoliating the top layer of skin. Overall, glycolic acid packs a punch and is a top tier ingredient to advance your skin care routine. If you have sensitive skin, a great alternative is glycolic acid’s sister, lactic acid. Light stinging, redness, and burning is completely normal until your skin gets used to glycolic acid, and always wear sunscreen when using this ingredient as it makes your skin more sensitive to UV rays. We love glycolic acid for her many superpowers, but her powers are fierce and can take some getting used to. Additionally, glycolic acid increases the penetration of other skin care ingredients making your other skin care products stronger. This means glycolic acid draws moisture to your newly exfoliated skin which, when used correctly, not only hydrates dry skin, but also prevents new fine lines and wrinkles. Derived from sugarcane, glycolic acid is also a humectant meaning it has the chemical ability to draw moisture to itself.
Considered the golden standard of AHAs, glycolic acid’s keratolytic properties exfoliate dead skin cells from the skin’s surface, and this exfoliation reduces existing fine lines and wrinkles, fades hyperpigmentation, and clears acne. Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that's widely used for anti-aging, hyperpigmentation, dryness, and acne.
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