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How to Get Rid of Acne Using Glycolic Acid

Glycolic acid, known as a fruit acid, is an Alpha Hydroxyl Acid, one of the most effective chemical to use in the treatment of many skin conditions (such as: acne, blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, bumps, psoriasis, eczema, dry skin, age spots, and pre-cancerous growths.). It comes from sugar cane and is considered a natural product. Citric acid is also another form of glycolic acid and is found in lemons, oranges, lime, and grapefruits.

Glycolic acid can penetrate deeply into the skin cells due to its small molecular size. Once inside the cell, it will trigger new formation of collagen and turn on the synthesis of dermal glycosaminoglycans to plump up the cell and the ground substances in the skin to reduce wrinkles on the skin’s surface. Glycolic acid also affects the newly forming keratin cells at the bottom of the stratum corneum. This gives a skin a much smoother look and feel.

Glycolic acid in acne products is used as an exfoliate and moisturizer too because of its high acidity and easy of solubility. In a cream, glycolic acid gets under the damaged upper layers of the skin and dissolves the chemicals that hold the dead skin in place. Glycolic acid has been found to be effective in cleaning dead skin cells, but it must be used in the proper concentration, 10% or less. Using glycolic acid may also leave the skin sensitive to the sun. It is recommended that sun screen be used after treating your skin with glycolic acid.

To make the acne glycolic acid more effective, consider taking skin related supplements, MSM, Colostrum, and vitamins. Supplements will enhance the use of glycolic acid. MSM, Colostrum, and vitamins feed and protect the formation of cells. Glycolic acid that is used in combination with Vitamin C and Retinol can triggers the formation of collagen and speeds up the skin’s renewal process.

How to Get Rid of Acne Scars With Glycolic Acid

To remove acne scars, we can use a chemical peel containing glycolic acid. It will loosen the substance that holds your surface skin cells together. Once it’s loosened, it can be peeled off and the dead skin is gone, the newer skin underneath looks fresh and healthy. Glycolic acid peels only takes around 15 to 20 minutes. Usually it is suggested that you repeat the glycolic acid treatment ever two weeks.

Glycolic acid for the removing of acne scars are thought of as very easy to use. While these are considered mild, the level of acid in them makes them stronger. The only way to use a strong glycolic peel, you will have to go to a dermatologist who will apply a solution with the concentration of about 20 to 80 percent. The stronger the acid level in the peel, the deeper level of skin tissue will be removed. These peels can also be weakened with baking soda and water to neutralize the acid effect. It can really help with acne breakouts, and the results last about a month.

Get Rid of Acne

There are many ways and means to get rid of acne. You might want to try some of the quick tips below:

- If your skin tends to swell due to acne, then try to apply ice on the affected area. Keep applying the ice for two to three days and see the difference in your acne.

- Try to use apple cider vinegar to wash your face. But you will need to check if you can stand the smell before washing your face with it.

- Try to use off the shelf topical creams like `clearasil’ and apply them on the affected area. It can open up the clogged areas and help to clear up blemishes. Do not overuse these products too often and not more than three times per day unless advised otherwise by the doctor.

- Try topical treatments of benzyl peroxide based products (example, ProActiv). These products work by drying up the excess oil that is causing your acne symptoms. They don’t cure acne, but have been shown to improve the appearance of blemishes in many people. However, the side effects are irritation, dryness and redness.

And these are the things you should do regularly, and guaranteed to work to get rid of acne:

1. Drink at least eight glasses of pure and distilled water per day which will flush out the toxins inside your body. Water is one of the best cleansers of the skin even on the inside!

2. Wash your skin with water and then apply a gentle exfoliater that can remove the dead cells and enhance your skin. Clean the skin with mild cleanser and rinse it with warm water. Glycerin soap or some herbal cleansing product could be ideal for the case.

3. Avoid all forms of sugar because this will impair your immune system and will be harder for your body to fight off infections and heal.

4. Be sure to take vitamins A, C, E, and essential fatty acids. But, even though vitamin A is important on fighting acne, you must be sure not to take too much. Vitamin E can also aid in scar prevent and will regulate vitamin A levels.

5. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables because it is high in antioxidants and will raise your immune system to remove dead skin cells that clog the oil glands.

6. Avoid fast food and other kinds of foods that just taste good and have no nutritional value, instead have a healthy diet that is balanced in all nutrients.

7. Do not touch your face, which is hard to do, however, the bacteria from your hands and fingers will get into your pores and clog it.

8. Avoid make-up and if you must use cosmetics use the natural or water-based and oil-free products. Do not use oil-based products and avoid products that contain harsh chemicals, oils and dyes.

9. Eat foods that have zinc in them which are shellfish, whole grains, soybeans, small amounts of nuts, and sunflower seeds. A diet containing low levels of zinc may promote flare-ups. Zinc is an antibacterial agent and a necessary element in the oil-producing glands of the skin.

10. Don’t squeeze the pimples which will increase inflammation and cause more breakouts and extending the infection to other healthy tissues.

Last but not least, stop believing all the false myths about acne.

(* Summary about How to Get Rid of Acne by Nathaniel Johnson and John Adison)