39 pharmaceutical products for problem skin with acids and retinol

It is most convenient to start getting acquainted with acids and retinol with pharmaceutical products. They are everywhere, always at hand and quite affordable in price.

We have put together a “cheat sheet” on the ingredients and “main characters” of the 39 most popular anti-acne products to make it easier for you to find your “favorite”.

Pharmacy brands that contain acids and retinol.

• Avène.
• Uriage.
• La Roche Posay.
• Ducray.
• Noreva.
• Bioderma.
• Vichy.

Let's start in order.

Avène

Cleanance line (acids + retinol)

Triacneal smoothing regulating cream (TriAcnéal)

Main characters. 0.1% retinaldehyde, 6% glycolic acid, 3% alcohol.

Full composition. Water, Cetyl alcohol, Cyclomethicone, Polysorbate 60, Glycolic Acid, Avene Thermal Spring Water, SD Alcolhol 39C (Alcohol Denat.), Polymethyl Methacrylate, Sodium Hydroxide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arginine HCL, BHT, Ceteareth-33, Dimethiconol, Fragrance (Parfum ), Potassium Sorbate, Red 33 (CI17200), Retinal, Undecyl Rhamnoside.

Volume. 30 ml

Average price. 800 rub.

Important! New version - TriAcnéal Expert Care does not contain glycolic acid and alcohol and contains papain. Ingredients: Aqua Thermal Spring Thermal (Avene Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isohexadecane, Isododecyl Neopentanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Water (Aqua), Polymethyl Methacrylate, 1-2 Hexanediol, Algin, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Bht, Caprylyl Glycol, Linseeddate, Carbonmer, Disodium Edta, Fragrance (Parfum), Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Papain, PEG-7 Trimethylolropane, Coconut Ether, Potassium Sorbate, Red 33 (CI 17200), Retinal, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Isostearate.

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Cleanance K sebum-regulating and keratore-regulating cream-gel (Cleanance K Gel Creme)

Main characters. 6% glycolic acid, 2% lactic acid, 0.1% salicylic acid, zinc gluconate. pH 3.5.

Full composition. Avene Thermal Spring Water, Glycolic Acid, Cyclomethicone, Water, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate-13, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Salicylic Acid, Arachidyl Glycoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Bisabolol Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil (Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil), Dimethicone, Disodium Edta, Fragrance, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Pyridoxine Hcl, Zinc Glyconate.

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

Important! New version - Cleanance Expert Sebum-regulating keratore-regulating emulsion does not contain acids! Ingredients: Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Isohexadecane, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Algin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter ), Caprylyl Glycol Linseedate, Carbomer, Cetearyl Glucoside.

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Cleanance Mask Scrub Mask

Main characters. 4% glycolic acid, 0.1% salicylic acid, zinc.

Full composition. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Triethylhexanoin, Kaolin, Cetearyl Alcohol Glyceryl Stearate, Glycolic Acid, Water (Aqua), Sodium Hydroxide, Polyethylene, Ceteareth-33, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric, Glycerides, Titanium Dioxide (CI77891), Zinc Gluconate, Bisabolol Cetrimonium Bromide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Laurate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum.

Volume. 50 ml.

Average price. 600 rub.

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Cleanance Mat Matifying Toner

Main characters. Salicylic acid, zinc, alcohol.

Full composition. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua), Dipropylene, Glycol SD Alcohol 39-C (Alcohol Denat), Zinc Gluconate, Fragrance (Parfum), Glyceryl Laurate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-26-buteth-26, Salicylic Acid , Silica, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Triethanolamine Water (Aqua).

Volume. 200 ml.

Average price. 700 rub.

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Cleanance Mat Matifying Emulsion

Main characters. Salicylic acid, zinc.

Full composition. Avene Thermal Spring Water (Avene Aqua) Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polyacrylate-13, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polysorbutene, Zinc, Gluconate, Benzoic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance (Parfum) , Glyceryl Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Pyridoxine HCL, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Isostearate, Water (Aqua).

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

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Ysthéal range (acid-free retinol)

Ysthéal Emulsion

Main characters. 0.05% retinaldehyde.

Full composition. Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Avene Aqua, Paraffinum Liquidum, Propylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Squalane, BHT, Butylparaben, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Laureth-7, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, Propylparaben, CI 17200, Retinal, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Triethanolamine.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1800 rub.

Important! Contains mineral oil (Paraffinum Liquidum).

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Ysthéal Cream

Main characters. 0.05% retinaldehyde.

Full composition. Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Avene Aqua, Paraffinum Liquidum, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Squalane, Propylene Glycol, Glycol Montanate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, BHT, Butylparaben, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Propylparaben, CI 17200, Retinal, Tocopheryl Glucoside, Triethanolamine.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1800 rub.

Important! Contains mineral oil (Paraffinum Liquidum).

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Eluage line (acid-free retinol)

Eluage Emulsion

Main characters. 0.05% retinaldehyde.

Full composition. Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isododecane, Avene Eau Thermale, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Arachidyl Alcohol Arachidyl Glucoside, Benehyl Alcohol BHT, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Parfum (Fragrance) , Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer Methylparaben, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Phenoxyethanol Polyisobutene, Red 33 (CI 17200), Retinal, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Propylparaben, Sorbitan Isostearate.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 2000 rub.

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Eluage Cream

Main characters. 0.05% retinaldehyde.

Full composition. Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Triethylhexanoin, Avene Aqua, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, BHT, Butylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Parfum ( Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol, Propylparaben, Cl 17200, Retinal, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethanolamine.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 2000 rub.

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Contraindications

It is important to consider that this is the most aggressive of fruit acids and should not be used in high concentration if you have sensitive skin or rosacea. Perhaps it would be better to use almond.

In addition, you should not use glycolic products if you have:

• Individual hypersensitivity;
• Increased skin sensitivity;
• The presence of fresh injuries;
• Herpes;
• Telangiectasia;
• Problems with blood vessels.

If your immediate plans include sunbathing, then it is better to postpone the use of such a drug, because glycolic acid can increase photosensitivity. When using glycolic acid on the face, it is imperative to protect the face from the sun with a cream.

If allergic signs occur, for example, the skin is red, itchy, a slight tingling sensation is felt, sensitivity to sunlight increases, or pain occurs, you must immediately stop using the product.

Conditional restrictions include plans to carry out complex cosmetic procedures or plastic surgeries in the near future.

Uriage

Hyséac range (acids)

Important! The Uriage brand is changing its Hyséac line. The names and packaging of products may vary on Russian and foreign websites and in pharmacies.

Cleansing lotion (Lotion Desincrustante)

Main characters. Malic, glycolic, salicylic acids, 23% alcohol.

Full composition. Aqua (Water), Alcohol, Malic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Uriage Thermal Spring Water, Arginine, Salicylic Acid.

Volume. 200 ml.

Average price. 1200 rub.

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Exfoliating Mask

Main characters. 1% malic acid, 7% malic acid ester.

Full composition. Aqua, Kaolin, Uriage Thermal Spring Water, CI-CI12-13 Alkyl Malate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Polyethylene, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Steareth-21, Steareth-2, Malic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Sodium Hydroxide , Chlorphenesin, Xanthan Gum, Parfum (Fragrance), Polysorbate 80, O-Cymen-5-OL, Sorbitan Oleate, CI 19140 (Yellow 5), CI 42090 (Blue 1).

Volume. 100 ml.

Average price. 900 rub.

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Emulsion K18 (K18)

Main characters. 18% acid complex: 6% glycolic acid, 2% malic acid, 10% malic acid ester.

Full composition. Aqua, DI-C 12-13 Alkyl Malate, Glyceerin, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Glycolic Acid, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Peg-20 Methyl Gluucose Sesquistearate, D IglyCerin, Malic Acid, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, PTFE, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene GlyCoryl, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Uriage Thermal Spring Water, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Arginine, Dimethicone, Parfum (Fragrance), Tocopheryl Acetate, Piroctone Olamine, Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Tocopherol .

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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3-Regul Global Skin-Care

Main characters. 17% acid complex: 3% glycolic acid, 2% malic acid, 1.8% lactic acid, 0.1% salicylic acid, 10% malic acid ester.

Full composition. Aqua (Water), DI-C-12-13-ALKYL Malate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Tapioca Starch, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Diglycerin, Glycerin, Malic Acid, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, Lactic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Distearate, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/ C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Jojoba Esters, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Parfum (Fragrance), PEG-100 Stearate, Propanediol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyglycerin-3, Piroctone Olamine, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Salicylic Acid, Zinc Lactate, Asiaticoside, Acacia Decurrens Flower Cera, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Phenoxyethanol, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rhamnose, Glucose, Glucuronic Acid.

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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How does glycolic acid work for the face and hair?

Basically, it has a complex effect. The keratolytic, cleansing and exfoliating properties of the substance help achieve a rejuvenating result. In addition, when using glycolic acid on the face, the skin tone brightens and the synthesis of collagen fibers is accelerated.

The substance is considered an excellent tool for preventive measures against the formation of wrinkles and for combating existing ones.

This component is also used in hair and scalp care. The curls begin to recover, gain shine and become more manageable. The skin on the head is also affected: peeling stops, the integument is restored. Due to the change in acidity, the microflora is normalized, and, consequently, dandruff is normalized, and itching does not occur.

The presence of glycolic acid in a cosmetic product helps other ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin, acting as an auxiliary conductor.

La Roche Posay

Redermic R

Main characters. 0.1% retinol, retinyl linoleate, 0.4% salicylic acid ester.

Full composition. Aqua, Isostearyl Neopentanoate, Glycerin, Octyldodecanol, Propylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja Oil/Soybean Oil Triethanolamine, Isohexadecane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinol, Retinyl Linoleate, Adenosine, Caprylo yl Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol , Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1800 rub.

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Effaclar line (salicylic acid)

Astringent Micro-Exfoliating Lotion

Main characters. Salicylic acid, salicylic acid ester, alcohol.

Full composition. Aqua, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Disodium EDTA, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 200 ml.

Average price. 1000 ml.

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K+ Corrective emulsion for oily skin (K+)

Main characters. 1.5% salicylic acid, salicylic acid ester, zinc. pH 5.5.

Full composition. Aqua/water, Propylene Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Salicylic Acid, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltaurate, Zinc Pca, Sarcosine, Sodium Hydroxide, Silica, Silica Silylate, Perlite, Carnosine, Disodium Edta, Capryloyl Sal icylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Acrylates Copolymer, Cetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Parfum/Fragrance.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

Important! The previous version of Effaclar K (without +) contained a retinyl derivative (retinyl linoleate), but the new version does not contain it. Ingredients: Aqua, Isonoyl Isononanoate, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Salicylic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Zinc PCA, Sodium Hydroxide, Retinyl Linoleate, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Capry loyl Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Cetyl Alcohol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Fragrance.

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DUO + ​​Corrective cream-gel (DUO+)

Main characters. Salicylic acid, salicylic acid ester, niacinomide, zinc.

Full composition. Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Isocetyl Stearate, Niacinamide, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Silica, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Zinc PCA, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Isohexadecane , Sodium Hydroxide, Myristyl Myristate, 2 -Oleamido-1,3-octadecanediol, Nylon-12, Poloxamer 338, Linoleic Acid, Disodium Edta, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, Acrylamide, Acrylamide IUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE COPOLYMER, PENTARYTHRITYL TETRA-T-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINAMATE , Salicylic Acid, Piroctone Olamine, Parfum.

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

Important!

• The previous version of Effaclar DUO (without +) contained 0.5% salicylic acid, the new version contains much less. Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Niacinamide, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Silica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Nylon-12, Zinc PCA, Linoleic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di -T-Butylhydroxyhydrocinnamate, Capryloyl Glycine, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Piroctone Olamine, Myristyl Myristate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Parfum (Fragrance).
• The American version of DUO is significantly different from the European (Russian) one and contains 5.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and only salicylic acid ester. Other Ingredients: Water, Isostearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Silica, Carbomer, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Acrylates C10 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Epilobium Angustifolium (Canadian Willowherb) Flower, Leaf Stem Extract.

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Moisturizing matting seboregulating emulsion (Mat Seboregulating Moisturiser)

Main characters. Salicylic acid, salicylic acid ester, perlite.

Full composition. Aqua, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Isocetyl Stearate, Alochol Denat, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, PEG-100 Stearate, Triethanolamine, Isohexadecane, Perlite, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA , Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Acrylates/C 10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Salicylic Acid.

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 1200 rub.

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Help with acne

In order for the treatment to be more effective, it is necessary to choose the right product for use. Not all glycolic products are suitable for acne-prone skin. The choice should be made based on the following factors:

• What is the fat percentage? If it says it contains “0% fat,” it means it’s not there. Such products do not contain fats, but contain nutritional and moisturizing components.
• The pH level coefficient should not exceed 4. The effectiveness of the acid increases with decreasing pH level. The lower this value, the more the skin is protected from damage.

Acne treatment

The process of getting rid of this type is completed in four steps:

• First: regular, daily cleansing of the face. When washing, try not to allow the skin to dry out, as peeling may occur, and, accordingly, new acne formations. There is no need to use alkaline products when washing your face, this will neutralize the skin's sebum.
• Second: cleansing pores that are clogged. If the contamination is superficial, home cleaning methods are suitable. If the blockage is deep, the situation becomes more complicated. You will have to resort to salon procedures.
• Third: treatment of inflammation. To do this, you will need to contact a dermatologist, since this is a very important process that requires an individual approach.
• Fourth: preventive measures. After achieving positive results, you should not breathe a sigh of relief and think that the problem is solved forever. Because relapses may occur. Prevention is also very important. Combining salon skin cleansing procedures and home skin care methods will give results for the longest possible period.

Glycolic acid should be added to cosmetic peeling lotions, as well as to creams used during treatment. Typically, its concentration in these cases should not exceed 5-10%. The peculiarity of using such lotions is that they are applied to the face in the same way as other cosmetics, but they are washed off without allowing them to be completely absorbed.

Although glycolic acid is great for acne, you need to know that this does not happen overnight. To completely cleanse the skin of all unnecessary elements, you will need to make a lot of effort and spend time. The correctness of the procedures will undoubtedly lead to a positive effect.

Ducray

Keracnyl line (acids)

Purifying Lotion

Main characters. 4% glycolic acid, 1% lactic acid, 0.1% salicylic acid. pH 4.5. No alcohol.

Full composition. Aqua, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Water (Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water), Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Bisabolol, Cetrimonium Bromide, Parfum (Fragrance), Lactic Acid, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol , Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid.

Volume. 200 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

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Triple Action Mask

Main characters. 4% glycolic acid, 0.2% salicylic acid, zinc. pH 4.5.

Full composition. Aqua, Kaolin, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Hectorite, Nylon-12, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyethylene, Sodium Hydroxide, Ceteareth-20, Titanium Dioxide, Parfum (Fragrance), Green 3 (CL 42053), Imidazolidinyl Urea, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Zinc Salicylate.

Volume. 40 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

Important! Contains Imidazolidinyl Urea (formalin preservative).

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Regulating cream (Complete Regulating Care)

Main characters. 6% glycolic acid, 1% lactic acid, 0.1% salicylic acid, 0.5% zinc salicylate, 9% acid esters, zinc. pH 3.6.

Full composition. Aqua, Triethylhexanoin, Glycolic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Sodium Hydroxide, Ceteareth-33, Lactic Acid, Bisabolol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citric Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Parfum (Fragrance), Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract , Salicylic Acid, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Salicylate.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

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Mattifying emulsion (Keracnyl Matifyer)

Main characters. 2% glycolic acid, 0.1% salicylic acid.

Full composition. Aqua, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polysorbate 60, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate-13, Lactamide Mea, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetrimonium Bromide, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Parfum (Fragrance), Glyceryl Stearate, Glycolic Acid, o- Phenylphenol, PEG-100 Stearate, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Salicylic Acid, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitan Stearate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

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How to do it?

Using citric acid at home is possible and even desirable. After all, the face masks in which it is used require simple ingredients and a little free time for their preparation. And if you do everything correctly, you will not only save money, but also prove to others that you can be beautiful and attractive even if your budget is very limited. The method of using any mask is standard: combine all the necessary ingredients, mix them well and apply an even layer to the skin. The duration of one procedure is 10-20 minutes (unless otherwise indicated in the specific recipe).

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Noreva

Exfoliac line (acids)

Important! Merck's Exfoliac brand was acquired by Noreva Laboratories. Noreva continues to produce Exfoliak without changing the composition or name of the series. Only the packaging changes (instead of the Merck logo there will be a Noreva logo).

Exfoliating gel (Facial Scrub)

Main characters. 10.2% glycolic acid. pH 3.5.

Full composition. Aqua, Polyethylene, Glycolic Acid, Ammonium Lactate, Glycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Menthyl Lactate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Cl 42090, Sodium Bicarbonate, Tocopherol, Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance), Limonene , Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Alcohol.

Volume. 50 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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Deep Cleansing Mask

Main characters. Salicylic acid ester, lactic acid.

Full composition. Aqua, Kaolin, Tridecyl Salicylate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentaerythrityk Distearate, Butylene Glycol, Octyldodecanol, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, C20-22 Alcohols, Sorbitol, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Nelumbium Speciosum Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water), Sesamum Indicum ( Sesame) Seed Extract, Serenoa Serrulata (Fruit) Extract, Argania Spinosa (Kernel) oil, Parfum (Fragrance), Sodium Hydroxymethylglyconate, Lactic Acid, Beta Sitosterol, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium DTA, Tocopherol.

Volume. 50 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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Lotion (Exfoliac Lotion)

Main characters. 12.25% glycolic acid, 1% salicylic acid derivative, zinc, alcohol. pH 3.

Full composition. Aqua, Alcohol, Glycolic Acid, Ammonium Lactate, Isoceteth-20, Glycerin, Silanediol Salicylate, Bisabolol, Zinc PCA, Parfum, Disodium EDTA.

Volume. 125 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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Acnomega 100 (Acnomega 100)

Main characters. 6% glycolic acid, 1.3% acid esters, 0.5% zinc, retinol palmitate. pH 3.5.

Full composition. Aqua, Tri-C12-C13 Alkyl Citrate, Glycolic Acid, Cetearyl ISonanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, PolyMethyl MethachacryLate, Hydroxypropropyl Starch Phosphate, Blood Ycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Zinc Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Bisabolol, Disodium Lauriminodiprop ionate Tocopheryl Phosphates , 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Sebacic Acid, 1,10-Decanediol, Retinyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 800 rub.

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Acnomega 200 (Acnomega 200)

Main characters. 9.88% glycolic acid, lactic acid, 2.5% salicylic acid, 2.42% acid esters, retinol palmitate. pH 3.5.

Full composition. Aqua, TRI-C12-C13 Alkyl Citrate, DI-C12-C13 Alkyl Malate, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Bisabolol , Propylene Glycol Alginate, Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Zinc Gluconate , Xanthan Gum , Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Sebacic Acid, 1,10-Decanediol, Salicylic Acid, Cocamidopopyl Dimethylamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Zea Mays Starch, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Hydrolyzed Starch Octenylsuccinate, Retinyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol , Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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Global 6 cream (Global 6 Corrective and Unclogging Imperfections Care)

Main characters. 6% encapsulated 2% salicylic acid.

Full composition. Aqua (Water), Isoamyl Cocoate, Silica, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, Salicylic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Bakuchiol, Dimethicone, Hydroxypropyl Starch Posphate, Hydroxyehtylcellulose, Parfum (Fragrance), Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, Disoidum Edta, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-67, Hydrated Silica, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Butylphenyl, Methylpropional, Glycerin, Sorbic Acid, Benzly Salicylate, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, 10- Hydroxydecanoic Acid, Sebacid Acid 1,10-Decanediol, Eugenol.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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Review from a cosmetologist

Citric acid really does a great job of whitening the skin, easily removing age spots and freckles. But you need to understand that any peeling must be carried out under appropriate conditions by a qualified and experienced specialist, since the action of the active ingredient on the face can cause serious side effects. Therefore, I do not recommend doing such procedures on your own. It is better to choose one of the guaranteed safe purchased drugs. On the other hand, regular cleansing masks for acne or blackheads, made according to all the rules, will put your facial skin in order, and the risk of side effects will be minimal.

Bioderma (Bioderma)

Sebium line (acids)

Exfoliating Gel

Main characters. Glycolic acid, salicylic acid ester. Acidic pH.

Full composition. Aqua, Polyethylene, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Xanthan Gum, Lauryl Glucoside, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Glycolic Acid, Mannitol, Rhamnose, Xylitol, Fructooligosaccharides, Propylene Glycol, Tridecyl Salicylate, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Edta, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum.

Volume. 100 ml.

Average price. 700 rub.

Important! Contains sulfates (Sodium Laureth Sulfate).

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AKN cream (AKN Corrective Care)

Main characters. 2% salicylic acid, 12% lactic acid ester, 3% zinc gluconate.

Full composition. Aqua, C12-13 Alkyl Lactate, Citric Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Zinc Gluconate, Salicylic Acid, Arachidyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Dodecyl Gallate, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Fructo-Oligosaccharides, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Behenyl Alcohol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/VP Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Arachidyl Glucoside, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propylene G lycol, Caprylic/ Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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AL cream (AL Corrective Care)

Main characters. 0.5% salicylic acid, 20% malic acid ester, 3% zinc gluconate.

Full composition. Aqua, DI-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Zinc Gluconate, Isododecane, Capric Triglyceride, Arachidyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Salicylic Acid, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Candida Bombic ola/ Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Squalane, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Mannitol, Xylitol, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Arachidyl Glucoside, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copoly mer, Xanthan Gum, Propylene Glycol , Polysorbate 60, Dodecyl Gallate, Parfum.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1800 rub.

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Mechanism of action and effectiveness

Glycolic acid is responsible for quickly stimulating the cell renewal process, as a result of which the skin is cleansed and epidermal cells are renewed. It is characterized by a low molecular weight, therefore it has a positive effect even with its minimal content in a cosmetology product.

The effectiveness of the product has been proven by many women who, through personal example, show significant changes that cannot be ignored. Among the positive properties of glycolic acid are:

• Providing uniform exfoliation;
• No damage even on sensitive skin;
• Quickly fight acne or pimples;
• Getting rid of visible wrinkles at any age;
• Elimination of hyperkeratosis.

It is important to know! AHA acids always help increase skin photosensitivity. That is why, if they are present in a skincare product, you need to use facial protection not only during the summer season, but all year round.

After using this product, the skin quickly becomes elastic, soft, its tone increases, and wrinkles are smoothed out. Cell renewal occurs instantly; it is enough to use the cream daily, absorb it well into the skin, achieving the desired result.

Watch the video for interesting facts about glycolic acid:

Vichy (Vichy)

Normaderm line (acids)

Daily deep cleansing gel (Purifying Cleansing Gel)

Main characters. 0.5% salicylic acid, salicylic acid ester.

Full composition. Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Cl 19140, Cl 42053, Totarol, Triethanolamine, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Eperua Falcata Bark Extract, Dextrin, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 200 ml.

Average price. 900 rub.

Important! Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate.

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Cleansing Mattifying Foam

Main characters. 0.5% salicylic acid.

Full composition.

Aqua, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20 - PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, PEG-30 Glyceryl Cocoate, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Potassium Chloride, Triethanilamine, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Coco-Betaine, Poloxamer 184, Disodium EDTA, Parfum.

Volume. 150 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

Important! Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate.

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Daily Exfoliating Cleansing Gel

Main characters. 0.5% salicylic acid, glycolic acid, zinc.

Full composition. Aqua/Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Polyethylene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-4 Dilaurate, PEG-4 Laurate, Isobutylparaben, Glycolic Acid, Zinc Sulfate, methylparaben, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan), Jojoba Esters, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Chlorphenesin, propylparaben, Tetrasoduim EDTA 22, Hydrolyzed Algin, Dextran, Acetyl Hwxapeptide-1, ethylparaben, butylparaben, CI47005/Yellow 10, CI42053/Green 3, CI77 289/Chromium Hydroxide Green, Parfum/Fragrance.

Volume. 125 ml.

Average price. 900 rub.

Important! Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate (a preservative banned in many countries).

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Deep cleansing 3 in 1 gel + scrub + mask (3 in 1)

Main characters. 0.5% salicylic acid, glycolic acid, zinc.

Full composition. Aqua, Kaolin, Butylene Glycol, Zea Mays Starch/Corn Starch, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, CI 77891/Titanium Dioxide, Polyethylene, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan), PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, CI 42090/BLlue 1 Lake, CI 77288/Chromium Oxide Greens, Glycolic Acid, Zinc Gluconate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Coco-Betaine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Edta, Xanthan Gum, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 125 ml.

Average price. 900 rub.

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Purifying Astringent Lotion

Main characters. Salicylic acid, glycolic acid, alcohol.

Full composition. Aqua, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Propylene Glycol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, CI 19140/Yellow 5, CI 42053/Green 3, Glycolic Acid, Triethanolamine, Salicylic Acid, Dipotassium Glycirrhyzate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 200 ml.

Average price. 900 ml.

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Anti-Imperfection Global Moisturizing Care Cream

Main characters. 1% glycolic acid, 1% salicylic acid, salicylic acid ester, alcohol.

Full composition. Aqua, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Phenyl Trimethicone, Isononoyl Isononanoate, Nylon-66, Pentaerythrityl Tatraethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Ammonium Polyacrylsimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, CI 420 90/Blue 1, Glyceryl Acrylate/ Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Silica, Sodium Polyacrylate, Poloxamer 338, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Acrylates/C 10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Polysorbate 80, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 50 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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Cream for problem skin with the first signs of aging (Anti-Ageing)

Main characters. Glycolic acid, salicylic acid ester, zinc, alcohol.

Full composition. Aqua, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Dimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, PEG-20 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Nyolon-12, Paraffin, Silica, Kaolin, CI 19140/Yellow 5, CI 42090/Blue 1, Glyceryl Stearate, Zinc Gluconate, Glycolic Acid, Triethanolamine, Dimethiconol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ammonium Polyacryldimethyltauramide/Ammonium Polyacryloydimethyl Tauraate, Chlorphenesin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, C APRYLOYL SALICYLIC ACID, Tetrasodium Edta, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates C 10/30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum (Fragrance).

Volume. 50 ml.

Average price. 1300 rub.

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Cream care against oily and damp shine (Total Mat Anti-Shine Mattifier)

Main characters. 0.5% salicylic acid, alcohol, perlite.

Full composition. Water, Dimethicone, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Perlite, Nylon-66, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Polyac ryloyldimethyl Taurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Biosaccharide GUM-1, Fragrance.

Volume. 30 ml.

Average price. 1000 rub.

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What is citric acid?

Many people have known since childhood what not only lemon is, but also citrus fruits in general. But many people are not familiar with citric acid at all and don’t even know what it is. In fact, citric acid is a food additive E-330, it has a white color in the form of crystals that dissolve very well in water. If we talk about the action of citric acid, it is a natural or synthetic antioxidant.

It was first obtained back in 1784 by processing the juice of unripe lemons. Today it is extracted industrially using biosynthesis from sugary substances. In fact, citric acid is very common and if you take all food products, it is present in almost half of them. It is found in all citrus fruits, in berries, in pine needles, and even the stems of shag are not free from it.

Can glycolic cream be harmful to the skin?

Despite all the advantages, a product with glycolic acid can be dangerous for the body, so before using it you should familiarize yourself in detail with the presence of contraindications, as well as find out about the possibility of side effects. Contraindications to its use are:

• Tendency to the appearance of scars;
• Sensitive skin;
• Tendency to allergic manifestations;
• Various skin diseases;
• Neoplasms of various types.

All these contraindications can play a cruel joke, leading to various complications and side effects. The danger manifests itself in the occurrence of the following complications:

• Skin irritations;
• Increased volume of rash;
• Loss of elasticity;
• Allergy to glycolic acid.

Important! Neglecting all precautionary rules can lead to serious consequences, which will include more dangerous manifestations than rashes and allergies.