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Sorry, don't know anything about kojic acid.If it's exfoliative, I'd be very careful about using it in combo with glycolic acid.
As far as I can remember, kojic acid do not have exfoliating properties. Is it ok if I don't use AHA in a regular basis? By the way, my skin is not that too sensitive.
Some people have success with glycolic acid used irregularly. The one I use is to be used every other day or every third day.
I would be concerned that it may be irritating for you to use both together. Only way to know for sure is to try....and do a bit of research about kojic acid first.
Ah, I did a quick bit of research myself. I ran across an article that suggests a combo of kojic acid and glycolic acid for pigmentation issues (melasma) and it reported efficacy. The article also suggested use of hydrocortisone because the combo is very irritating! So....they're likely too irritating to use together as I don't myself recommend topical steroids except under extreme circumstances. (rarely, that is...if ever!
) http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1068091-overview
Thanks! 
I don't see why you could not try them on alternate days.
Hi wynne i sent you a few pms, however you did not reply back! But I just noticed in your sig. that you don't reply to pms, so i'll ask here.... and hopefully you can answer back here then!
1. I was reading on a page here and you suggested that "Avon Anew Clinical Advanced Retexturizing Peel" is good for comedomal acne? I believe I have closed comedones (most of which are located on my cheeks), would this benefit them? I have been applying an AHA product but they still remain.
As well, I have a lot of leftover red marks as well as some indented scarring which I also read from the boards in which this is beneficial to? I'm just asking you since your a mod so I'd obviously take your word for it if you would suggest that it would help ith these three categories (closed comedones/redness/indented scarring).
I have also never ordered online, so i assume this must be ordered online? Or could it also be purchased in stores if you happen to know? I live in Canada by the way.
2. regarding old cysts and new forming cysts. I woke up earlier today and found that my chin developed this small squishy lump (i'm guessing it's squishy because there is pus inside). It also hurt slightly when i put my finger on it. ls this likely a cyst that is forming and likely going to turn out bigger? I am trying to think of ways to prevent it from growing larger. I have read that ice will help, but what about polysporin? I read from your list that it will help with opened cysts/pimples, but what about with closed cysts/cysts in the making?
I also rarely get cysts anymore so i am quite alarmed (since i also have been eating healthier/drinking more fluids as of late).
thanks in advance wynne
I wanted to like Avon's Retexturizing Peel, but it broke me out. I'm still recovering from the breakouts. =( It was probably too strong for my sensitive skin. It tingled when I swiped it on my face.
hey anta, would you mind telling me where you bought yours? i'm also from canada and can't find the avon peel product. thanks 
I wanted to like Avon's Retexturizing Peel, but it broke me out. I'm still recovering from the breakouts. =( It was probably too strong for my sensitive skin. It tingled when I swiped it on my face.
It sounds like it was too strong for you. I'm 43 and have very insensitive skin and the glycolic acid pad actually BURNED the first time I used it. But my skin happily grew to love it and it cleared me up.
I bought the first Avon container from an individual rep. The subsequent ones I've bought on eBay.
How much of the walgreens alpha hyrox souflee should I put on? Slot since it's a lower concentrate? I want my red marks to FADE
Follow the directions. Never use more than indicated as more won't do anything but irritate you. Particularly since you're already using two topicals.
Wynne:
Would you reccommend the AHA Lotion or the Souffle for night time use for Red Marks and Hyper pigmentation?
I have the AHA Lotion, but don't use it because the first few times I used it it seemed to break me out... Any suggestion?
Also, do you think alternating nightly between the AHA and ACV would be wise?
Wynne:
Would you reccommend the AHA Lotion or the Souffle for night time use for Red Marks and Hyper pigmentation?
I have the AHA Lotion, but don't use it because the first few times I used it it seemed to break me out... Any suggestion?
Also, do you think alternating nightly between the AHA and ACV would be wise?
I'd pick one product or the other (of ACV or AHA). The lotion OR the Souffle should be fine for use;just check the ingredients against one of those comedogenic websites. I use the Souffle on occasion if I'm out of my stand-by product.
Do realize that there is the potential for an initial breakout with a glycolic acid product because it helps to exfoliate. For me, personally (and this is only anecdotal evidence so take it with a few tons of salt), my breakout was minimal and lasted one month. After just a few weeks though I began to see that glowing complexion that AHAs can impart.
Wynne, what's the difference between Dan's AHA and Paula's AHA? I just ordered Dan's. Paula's BPO wasn't strong enough for me; I do need Dan's method of using tons of BPO and there's not enough to use it like that. I've already been using her BHA and toners for a while, and I've been really happy with them.
QUOTE (Wynne @ Jul 15 2007, 12:58 AM)
Long quote removed for brevity's sake.
I'd like to suggest reviva labs 5% and 10% glycolic cream, and their glycolic cleanser and toner. I always had acne, and it that stuff helped me even more that retin-a (argh! I hated that stuff!) and diffren (sp?), which my derm. perscribed. Although, that was about 8 years ago..how time flies!
I use the reviva glycolic products, and I haven't gotten anymore cyctic acne. THANK GOODNESS! And, my skin looks "glowy". I get it from vitacost.com.
I second that! I love them and they last quite a while. I am using the 10% cream, and you can use it also on other parts of the body such as heels, etc. I have read others recommending not to use more than a 5% strength every day, although I used it pretty often per week and had no problems other than dryness. Now, I use it 2x a week because I am also using retinol and BP..so it can really dry my skin. I like the acid to help clear off any dry flakes. Since adding in Olay's regenerist night cream, my skin has really improved with the dryness issue.
PS I also get my reviva from vitacost! lol
So, I now have Bravura's 30% Glycolic acid bottle with me and baking soda like neutralizer as well.
HOW many times a week should I use it ? The instructions say once a week but after my first use 3 days ago, I haven't seen any improvements with my marks. I used it yesterday again.
Is it supposed to take a week's time after usage to see improvements?
Hi! I have used the acid peels like you have. I did a 30%. You should not use them more than 1x a week. At first, you may not see any improvement. It also depends on the brand--some are buffered and some aren't. Because these types of peels go deeper than than the self neutralizing ones, you have to be really careful or you can cause serious damage.
What is normally recommended is to do a 30% peel 1x a week for about 6 weeks. Then take a few weeks off..then start the series over again. How long did you leave the peel on? I'm just assuming that you are new to these peels? If so, start out with only a few mins and really watch your skin. If it starts to burn or turn red neutralize immediately (a little stinging is normal). When I first started, I did 30 seconds, then a min. The one I had could be left on for a max of 4-5 mins but I never left it that long.
As far as seeing improvements, my face did not flake..it was just a gradual resurfacing. If you don't have a ton of dead skin you may not see patches after using the peel. Mine got a bit dry around the 6th day or so, but I never had any flakes..they seemed to gradually loosen and fall off on their own during normal washing, etc. Treat your skin very gently while using the peel because it is in a more irritated/fragile state and you can easily damage it. I noticed my spots drying up and disappearing by the 3rd week. They say it takes a full 6 week series to get the full benefits. You can also use it as a spot peel just for the red marks. I am not sure if you were doing a full facial or just spot treating.
If you still don't notice any improvement, your acid may be neutralizing from your skin. I don't know what instructions came with the bottle, but here are the instructions I dug out for my two previous bottles:
1. Degrease skin with an oil-free cleanser (and use one that is slightly more acidic so the soap doesn't end up neutralizing the acid when you apply it)
2. Rinse well and pat dry or air dry.
3. Gently apply product avoiding eyes, lips, mucous membranes. Do NOT rub into skin.
4. Leave on for 30-90seconds for beginners..for repeated uses leave on up to 2-3 minutes and increase 1min a week up to a max of 10 mins.
5. Neutralize with baking soda and a few drops of water. Wait 1 min then neutralize again.
6. Rinse well with plenty of lukewarm water.
7. Apply moisturizer and do not use any product with AHA for 24 hrs. Use sunscreen.
Other directions:
1. Clean skin of oil, makeup, dirt, etc. Use alcohol pads after cleansing.
2. Rinse face with cool cool water for about 60 secs after alcohol.
3. Apply product and distribute evenly.
4. You may experience slight tingling or burning. This is normal, but anything severe or actually hurting should be neutralized immediately. If any of the skin turns very red, neutralize immediately. Any inflamed areas that start to sting, you can dab some liquid soap on them with aQtip to neutralize.
5. leave on for 30-90secs for beginners and up to 3 mins total.
6. Neutralize with baking soda and water. Wash skin with cool water for about 60 sec. pat dry. Apply moisturizer every day and sunscreen.
* The skin may turn pink but will return to normal within a few days. Results vary. Skin may peel after a few days. If redness, burning or blistering are observed, seek medical help and discontinue use as this indicates possible skin damage. These symptoms occur when used incorrectly or is skin is too sensitive for peel.
Do not use glycolic peel if pregnant or may become pregnant. Use with caution as peels can cause chemical burns
Use at own risk..exercise caution. I hope these instructions help! I am not a medical doctor and these are provided from instructions included with my peels as a guide.
