{"product_id":"glycolic-acid-exfoliating-pads-gentle-aha-pads-with-aloe-chamomile-for-texture-and-pores-50-pads","title":"Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Pads — Gentle AHA Pads with Aloe \u0026 Chamomile for Texture and Pores, 50 Pads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem class=\"outcome\"\u003eThe ten-second version of a resurfacing treatment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDullness is usually just surface build-up — dead skin that hasn't shed cleanly, sitting where light should be bouncing off. Glycolic acid is the smallest AHA molecule, which is why it handles that better than almost anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eThe experience\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA soft pad, a light sweep, and skin that feels immediately smoother under your fingertips. Aloe and chamomile keep the acid comfortable rather than tingly, so it doesn't feel like something you have to brace for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFull ingredient list\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlycolic Acid, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Sodium Citrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycolic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— loosens the bonds holding dull surface cells in place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycerin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— draws water into the skin so exfoliating never means drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAloe and chamomile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— the calming half of the formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium citrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— buffers the pH so the acid works without being harsh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo or three evenings a week, on clean dry skin. Sweep across the face and neck, avoiding the eye area and lips. Follow with moisturiser. Do not rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear SPF the next day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— AHAs increase sun sensitivity, and skipping sunscreen undoes the work. Don't use on the same night as retinol until you know how your skin handles both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50 pads\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenefits: exfoliating, moisturising, oil control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin type: all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: 3 years unopened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhich pad is for you\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eresurfacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eone. For calming blemish-prone skin, use the Succinic Acid Cleansing Pads. For uneven tone, use the Kojic Acid Turmeric Cleansing Pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to help improve the look of skin texture and refine the appearance of pores. Results vary. Patch test before first use, and increase frequency gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat does glycolic acid actually do?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's an alpha hydroxy acid that loosens the bonds between dead surface cells so they shed evenly. That's what produces the smoother texture and brighter look — it's exfoliation, not bleaching.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow often should you use glycolic acid pads?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo to three times a week to start. Nightly use is possible for some skin types but is not where you begin.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGlycolic or salicylic — which is right for me?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlycolic works on the surface and suits texture, dullness and fine lines. Salicylic is oil-soluble and works inside the pore, so it suits congestion and blackheads.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo you rinse them off?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Sweep, let it dry for a minute, then moisturise.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo glycolic pads make you more sensitive to the sun?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. AHAs increase UV sensitivity, so daily SPF isn't optional while you're using them.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan you use glycolic pads with retinol?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot on the same night when you're starting out. Alternate evenings until you know how your skin copes, then adjust.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan you use them on your neck and chest?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, and it's worth doing — those areas show texture change as clearly as the face and are usually neglected.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Glamorlush","offers":[{"title":"50pcs","offer_id":67758255309164,"sku":"SU00010746-50pcs","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/8771\/2364\/files\/9c372c2b-a5c0-4882-8f0d-f4ee40f9a350.jpg?v=1792364482","url":"https:\/\/glamorlush.com\/products\/glycolic-acid-exfoliating-pads-gentle-aha-pads-with-aloe-chamomile-for-texture-and-pores-50-pads","provider":"Glamorlush","version":"1.0","type":"link"}