Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
- Diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen production
- Visibly reduces pore size
- Evens skin tone, minimizing areas of discoloration
- Effectively treats stubborn skin conditions, such as acne and environmental/sun damage
- Professional Strength Product -- Detailed directions included
Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sour milk. Lactic acid helps to eliminate germs, toxins and dead cells from the skin's surface, and also helps to maintain the skin's pH level. Lactic acid occurs naturally in the skin and is a primary component of the skin's natural moisturizing mechanism, making it ideal for individuals wishing to avoid over-drying and skin dehydration. The use of Lactic acid will help to increase skin cell turnover on the surface of the skin, producing s
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Milady's Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary
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Milady's Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary, third edition, is a multi-purpose resource for cosmetic professionals and consumers alike. Part one puts cosmetics in the context of skin care. It provides an overview of skin physiology. In order to understand how and why a product works it is essential to understand how the skin works. It gives an overview of the complexity of cosmetic chemistry particularly with respect to product penetration, and highlights the current challenges facing
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Review by wwax for Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
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I was nervous about doing a chemical peel on my face without a specialist around so I bought one of the gentler formulas to use on my face. I was hoping just to exfoliate some of the dullness from my skin with this, but was surprised at just how much of a difference it made to my facial skin.
My boyfriend who never noticed when I had 6″ of hair cut off and my hair dyed from dark brown to red noticed actually asked me what I was doing to my skin the day after I first used this. He said I looked less tired and happier. So I was more than happy with the results.
It not only made the skin look softer any other products I put on for a couple of days after using this seem to be absorbed better so it makes my moisturisers etc seem to work better too. My skin does go a little pink for a few hours after use so I would recommend it as best to use before bed time and to make sure you follow the directions carefully as I could see how it could burn your skin if left on too long. Also make sure you wear lots of sunscreen on your face for the weeks you are using this as I’ve heard horror stories of home peels sensitizing faces to sun damage and people ending up with brown blotchy faces. OK so you should wear sunscreen on your face all the time but be extra careful while using this.
Review by A. Wilson for Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
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i am an african american/native american woman with melasma and dark spots from different skin issues. i am a fair skinned woman so everything show on me. I tried the fade creams and finally coughed up money for tri-luma. on it’s own, it’s ok, but with this lactic acid peel it is FANTASTIC. i don’t have sensitive skin, so i use my peel 3 times a week, followed by the tri luma cream. i moisturize and stay out of the sun as much as i can. i have been using it for 3 weeks and my results are great. i would recommend this for people looking for a solution to their hyperpigmentation issues. my skin is very soft now and every week i notice a difference. i will use it for another 3 weeks and take a break. the peel smells kinda funny (it is sour milk smelling) but it is less harsh than the glycolic which i have used as well. i recommend it. for the price, you can’t beat it.
Review by obsidian dusk for Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
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As a licensed esthetician, I am cringing reading the reviews of some of the users of this product.
“Applying and leaving on” “Applying 3 times a week” “Using as a daily exfoliator”
If your not going to seek the advice of your dermatologist or esthetician, please buy a book on Chemical Peels to understand how they work.
Applying more that once every 10 days will thin out your skin and will cause problems down the line. The whole point of “Peeling” is to clear away the old dead skin cells and allow new ones to surface. It takes your skin (depending on age) 20-42 days for brand-new skin cells to work their way up to the surface of the epidermis, if your constantly stripping your damaging your new skin cells. Patience is needed with peels and generally a series of 4-6 are needed depending on your expectations. Always apply spf of 30 or more afterward and before starting with this 50% lactic prime your skin a week before by using 2-5% glycolic wash. And PLEASE seek the advice of your friendly neighborhood dermatologist and/or esthetician before even attempting to peel.
Good luck to you all.
**Oh and regardless of what the manufacturer claims it does not change the “size” of your pores, they may appear smaller because the chemical de-congests the follicle but if you naturally have big pores; this will not shrink them.
Review by E. VILLARINO for Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
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I used this peel on my leg and had the first peel May 27. Although the company said this would be good for hyperpigmentation, I didn’t know just how good … until now. I’ve had some brown spots from a laser procedure and I’ve used so many depigmenting creams/gels but they didn’t work. Apparently this one is since they are slowly fading now. I’ll do my second peel soon and I’m hoping for more improvement.
ETA: I did my second peel today and there’s more improvement: The spots are fading more. I can’t wait for my sixth peel, which will happen sometime later this month. Since I’m used to AHAs, my skin can tolerate peels every five days. And this peel is nonirritating.
Review by D. Roosth for Lactic Acid 50% Gel Peel, 30ml (Professional)
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I’m 51 and have been using this product once a week for 4 weeks. I’ve really noticed a difference in my skin. It has softened the fines lines and lightened the sunspots on my face considerably and I’m sure with continued use it will only get better. I’ve gotten professional peels before and I think this peel is just as good,(although not as strong). It really improved the dull red appearance and my make-up goes on so much better.I’m getting compliments on my skin again! Oh one more thing,as someone pointed out,you HAVE to be really good about using sunscreen whenever you use a peel,otherwise you’ll damage your new skin.
Review by Rachel Marie for Milady’s Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary
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An EXCEPTIONAL reference books / ingredient dictionary!
Have you ever wondered what those ingredients in your cleanser or make-up REALLY were? Now you can find out.This comprehensive book not only includes an extensive list of ingredients and their uses/definitions & more…(AN EXAMPLE: “linoleic acid (vitamin F) – an emulsifier. …prevents dryness and roughness. A deficiency in linoleic acid in the skin is associated with symptoms similar to to those characterizing in eczema, psoriasis and a generally poor skin condition. …is an essential fatty acid found in a variety of plant oils, including soybean and sunflower.” )…but the book also includes a chapter on skin types, conditions and appropriate ingredients for treatment that would provide a quick reference so address your (or your clients skin care needs), a thorough explanation of how chemicals and ingredients interact in cosmetics and more!I HIGHLY recommend this book to skin care professionals and beauty connoseurs that want to know the “insider secrets”.
I will never go a day of work (as an aesthetician) without this book!
Review by Linda Recker for Milady’s Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary
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I have recently completed a course in Esthetics and have found the book to be helpful by changing technical terms and information into easily understood definitions and uses. The book is written by the same publisher as the text book that I studied from and found it to be easy reading and understandable. I would compare it to A Consumers Dictionary of Cosmetic Indegredients by Ruth Winter. Both are excellent reference books but I feel that Milady’s uses general terms and applies to the break down of the product indegredients used in skin care and not just make-up application. I would highly recommend this book to skin care professionals.
Review by ntsa for Milady’s Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary
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Let me tell you, this book is worth every dollar, do not be scared off by the price! Over 2,000 ingredients reviewed in an easy to comprehend way, you don’t have to be an expert in chemistry to find out what exactly is in your favourite cream – effective ingredients or just pore-clogging chemicals, preservatives and irritants! There are also 3 chapters on skin physiology, product penetration and skin types and conditions. I would highly recommend this book for consumers, cosmetics sales people and estheticians.
Review by J. Hurley for Milady’s Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary
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The beauty business is wonderful, really it is. There are only a very few players that are truely dishonest when it comes to ingredients, for instance, “renaming” common ingredients. This book will help everyone keep it straight. As a beauty and lifestyle reporter, I keep it on my desk.
Review by Karen Mellen, President, Mellen Medical Products for Milady’s Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary
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As a former aesthetician and current president of a vitamin and nutritional company I am well accustomed to using chemical, pharmaceutical,and medical reference books for formulary research and scientific information. Most of these books are extremely technical and difficult to understand. Milady’s Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary is the exception. Milady offers one of the most comprehensive and easy-to-use guides to understanding what is in every bottle of cream or cosmetic item that you use. This book will allow you to make informed decisions about what skincare products to buy and most importantly what each ingredient REALLY does, along with any negative side-effects. Whenever we begin formulating a new product, we always consult
“Milady.”