The smallest molecule – a unique chemical structure

This particular acid is highly absorbable by the skin, which means that it can readily penetrate the skin’s deepest layers. This is due to its chemical structure, as it is built by the smallest molecules of all fruit acids. It is characterized by the ability to stimulate fibroblasts, thus promoting collagen and elastin synthesis. Both collagen and elastin are proteins responsible for maintaining the skin’s proper structure.  This valuable characteristic of glycolic acid is used for skin rejuvenating therapies. As collagen level in the skin depletes with age, it is important to use beauty products that can replenish it promoting its production. When the skin lacks collagen, it loses its suppleness, develops wrinkles, and begins to sag.

Regular use of glycolic acid may increase the thickness of the dermis by as much as 25%, making it more resistant to external and internal factors. Also, the acid loosens intercellular bindings in the epidermis, facilitating desirable natural exfoliation, and deeply cleansing the pores. This, in turn, enhances the permeability of the epidermis, allowing vitamins and other nutrients to penetrate the skin better. This mechanism makes glycolic acid helpful in post-acne treatment, as it reduces skin scarring and brightens skin discolouration.

Professional exfoliating and restructuring treatments

AHA acids are more and more commonly utilized in beauty salons due to their huge potential, especially obvious in high concentrations. Arkana salons offer treatments with 70% concentration of glycolic acid. It is safe for the skin, and is a less invasive alternative to microdermabrasion, i.e. mechanical removal of dead epidermal cells.

Treatments with glycolic acid are dedicated to people with mature skin showing visible signs of aging, and with acne-prone and / or oily skin.

To recapitulate, what benefits will glycolic acid therapy ensure?

• The skin will be smoothed out and softened.
• Wrinkles will be plumped out, and scars reduced.
• Excessive keratosis (corneous or horny appearance) will be curbed.
• Discoloured areas will be brightened.
• Microcirculation will be boosted.
• Acne lesions will be reduced
• The skin will be cleansed and cleared.

Home-based skin care with glycolic acid

Cosmetics intended for home-based care may enhance the effects of professional cosmetic treatments with glycolic acid. Glycolic + Phytic Restore Cream 50 ml and Glycolic Solution 200 ml are Arkana’s glycolic acid duo. The cream, apart from glycolic acid, is rich in phytic acid and arginine, making it a perfect choice for the needs of mature skin with first signs of aging or deeper wrinkles. Due to its rebuilding and regenerative potential, it is also recommended for care of acne-prone skin to reduce scarring, and to treat stretchmarks. A part of Arkana’s Acid Therapy MD line, the combo wonderfully preps the skin for Glycolic Peel treatment, as well as delivers great results maintaining the results of professional therapy through home-based skin care.