Yes, yes more skincare this week! You'll remember that I tried the Malin + Goetz Cleanser on my previous post - I also tried their resurfacing glycolic pads. Apart from a good cleanser, I believe that a good exfoliant is a must have for my skin. And I love my acid peels! First a quick recap on my skin.
Facts about my skin:
Skin tone: Olive tone
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
Problems: Occasional breakouts on the chin and cheeks, acne scars, large pores in the t-zone, an oily t-zone, and the odd wrinkle
Facts about my skin:
Skin tone: Olive tone
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
Problems: Occasional breakouts on the chin and cheeks, acne scars, large pores in the t-zone, an oily t-zone, and the odd wrinkle
The Product: Malin + Goetz Resurfacing Glycolic Pads ($55 CDN)
These resurfacing pads are pretty simple - they contain 10% physician grade glycolic acid. This product claims to (see more info here):
To use the pads, all you do is smooth them over clean skin and leave it on for 20 minutes. You can complete this treatment 1-3 times per week. Since my skin is not particularly sensitive, I like to apply it as an overnight treatment and rinse it off in the morning.
- removing dead skin cells from your skin
- encourage cell turnover and collagen production
- smooth wrinkles, clear pores, and improve texture of the skin
To use the pads, all you do is smooth them over clean skin and leave it on for 20 minutes. You can complete this treatment 1-3 times per week. Since my skin is not particularly sensitive, I like to apply it as an overnight treatment and rinse it off in the morning.
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The Results
If you're looking to try a glycolic peel as a treatment for your skin I recommend these resufacing pads. With 50 pads of physicial grade glycolic acid I believe it's an affordable treatment to use a few times a week. I have tried professional peels before, and although this does not replace those treatments - they are great to keep you skin in tip top shape. My skin felt smoother, clear and radiant after using these over a few weeks. I also liked that they were portable, and great for travel.
If you've never tried any sort of peel before or you are scared that you will look like Samantha from Sex and the City I would recommend you start off with any treatment once a week at home, and then slowly increase it to 2-3 times a week.
What is your experience with chemical peels? Have you tried these glyocolic pads? Comment below!
If you've never tried any sort of peel before or you are scared that you will look like Samantha from Sex and the City I would recommend you start off with any treatment once a week at home, and then slowly increase it to 2-3 times a week.
What is your experience with chemical peels? Have you tried these glyocolic pads? Comment below!
| Over-all Rating: 4 / 5 | Usability: 4 / 5 | Packaging: 4 / 5 | Value: 4 / 5 |
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