Benefits of Glycolic Acid Peel for the Hands

As people age, older skin cells take longer to slough away from the surface to be replaced by newer cells. This surface layer of dead skin cells leads to an appearance of aged skin, which can be very noticeable on the hands due to the aging effects of sun exposure. Glycolic acid peels can rejuvenate skin on the hands.

Identification

Derived from sugar cane, glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that is included in many skin-care products and is formulated into a chemical peel of varying strengths.

Texture

Glycolic acid peels remove the upper layers of dead skin, stimulating healthy, new growth of skin cells and collagen. After a glycolic acid peel, hands have a smoother, softer texture and look younger.

Pigmentation

The glycolic acid peel decreases signs of sun damage and can remove freckles and other pigmentation problems such as age spots or minor color irregularities.

Moisture

Benefits of a glycolic acid peel on the hands include increased skin moisture and relief from dry and rough skin areas.

Location

Glycolic acid peels are performed at dermatologist offices, beauty salons and skin care clinics. Glycolic acid peel products also are available for home use.

References

• Cosmetic Laser MD: Peels
• Glycolic Acid Facial Treatments