I get glycolic acid peels every month. The acid is left on my skin for maybe 30 seconds. The last peel I got (70% glycolic acid) was left on my skin for maybe 10 seconds. I read that the acid is normally applied to the skin for about 10 minutes. I am concerned that the peels I have been getting are ineffective if not being left on my skin for the appropriate amount of time. Thank you in advance for you help and advice. Take care.
Answer: Duration of #Chemical Peels When performing a peel, the practitioner will be observing your face for signs that the skin is reacting well and sufficiently before neutralizing the peel. I typical leave the peel solution on for 2 to 7 minutes. The time can vary from patient to patient and is even different in the same patient from day to day.
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Answer: Glycolic Peels are not all the same.
Chemical peeling can be confusing. There is no specific amount of time the chemical should be "left on". With glycolic acid: once the chemical is applied it will continue to affect the skin until it is removed or diluted (some say neutralized) by applying water or a bicarbonate solution (which fizzes). The time to neutralize depends on the reaction of the skin. Some sensitive skin may only take a minute or two where thick oily skin could take 10 or even 15 minutes. The buffering and concentration of the chemical also play a role. You need a good aesthetician, hopefully in a physician's office, who knows the product they are using well. I agree, 10 seconds seems a bit fast.
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Answer: Glycolic Peels are not all the same.
Chemical peeling can be confusing. There is no specific amount of time the chemical should be "left on". With glycolic acid: once the chemical is applied it will continue to affect the skin until it is removed or diluted (some say neutralized) by applying water or a bicarbonate solution (which fizzes). The time to neutralize depends on the reaction of the skin. Some sensitive skin may only take a minute or two where thick oily skin could take 10 or even 15 minutes. The buffering and concentration of the chemical also play a role. You need a good aesthetician, hopefully in a physician's office, who knows the product they are using well. I agree, 10 seconds seems a bit fast.
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July 5, 2021
Answer: Glycolic Peels The duration of application for glycolic peels will vary from patient to patient. After prepping the skin and applying the glycolic acid the practitioner typically observes the skin for certain endpoints - such as fairly uniform redness and the patient’s sensation of tingling. Once those endpoints are met, the peel is neutralized. I usually can leave a peel on for at least 3 minutes and I generally don’t go past 6 minutes. It’s hard to assess your situation but my reaction is that it would not be typical to leave a peel on for 10 seconds.
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July 5, 2021
Answer: Glycolic Peels The duration of application for glycolic peels will vary from patient to patient. After prepping the skin and applying the glycolic acid the practitioner typically observes the skin for certain endpoints - such as fairly uniform redness and the patient’s sensation of tingling. Once those endpoints are met, the peel is neutralized. I usually can leave a peel on for at least 3 minutes and I generally don’t go past 6 minutes. It’s hard to assess your situation but my reaction is that it would not be typical to leave a peel on for 10 seconds.
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July 6, 2019
Answer: Glycolic Acid Peel timing When performing a peel, the practitioner will be observing your face for signs that the skin is reacting well and sufficiently before neutralizing the peel. I typical leave the peel solution on for 3 minutes to begin with and gradually increase the time of contact of the peel with the skin. The time can vary from patient to patient and is even different in the same patient from day to day.But do consult your dermatologist before your next session.
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July 6, 2019
Answer: Glycolic Acid Peel timing When performing a peel, the practitioner will be observing your face for signs that the skin is reacting well and sufficiently before neutralizing the peel. I typical leave the peel solution on for 3 minutes to begin with and gradually increase the time of contact of the peel with the skin. The time can vary from patient to patient and is even different in the same patient from day to day.But do consult your dermatologist before your next session.
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November 25, 2012
Answer: How long should a glycolic acid peel be left on the skin? How long a peel is left on the skin will depend on the product and protocol. More typical is an application of 3-5 minutes. Ten seconds is not wrong but it does sound short.
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November 25, 2012
Answer: How long should a glycolic acid peel be left on the skin? How long a peel is left on the skin will depend on the product and protocol. More typical is an application of 3-5 minutes. Ten seconds is not wrong but it does sound short.
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