Acne.org : AHA+ (Glycolic Acid - 10%)

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Water, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Stearate, Glycerin, Cyclomethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Butylene Glycol, Licochalcone (Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice) Root Extract), Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, PEG-12 Glyceryl Distearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Xanthan Gum, Sorbic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

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April 5, 2011

Pros:

I use this as my night time moisturizer after cleansing and nothing else is needed to keep my face clear. This does not cause breakouts, dry out your skin, or burn it like some AHA products do. Also, it is not expensive if you get it with auto ship.

Cons:

None.

If you are considering an AHA, but want a gentle one that is not too harsh you should really try this one. I have tried many expensive brands and most of them either caused me to break out or burned real bad. This one is gentle yet effective, so why not give it a try.
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May 11, 2017
Black women struggling with hyperpigmentation this stuff is BOMBT!!
I'm a 25 year old woman of color who suffers, not so much from acne anymore, but from acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. So I purchased the acne.org system to keep my skin from future acne and purchased the glycolic acid to treat my scars. After about 2 weeks, I've noticed a tremendous change in the texture of skin, it's tone and the brightness. If you don't get the full system because you have your acne under control and you just want help with the hyperpigmentation, I would get this product TODAY! It's amazing. Even my family notices a difference in my skin. I wish I could figure out how to post before and after photos to prove to you all that this stuff works! It's does tingle at first but once your skin gets use to it, it's just like moisturizer!
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May 27, 2017
Hey, please at what point do you apply the AHA? After or before applying the peroxide?
August 17, 2017
Hey, I have the same issues as you as well. I would like to know do you use your own acne regimen or has the acne.org has been the better option including the aha?
July 14, 2012

Pros:

+Helps remove flaking.
+Fades marks.
+Leaves skin glowing and refreshed.

Cons:

-Burns for the first couple of minutes.
-Smells and tastes funny.
-Makes your skin more sensitive to sun.

This product is really fantastic. I've noticed a drastic change in the texture and tone of my skin. I started using AHA+ about a month after using the Acne.org BP every night (also a very worthwhile product). It does a great job of removing the flakiness the BP causes. I only use AHA+ at night as it leaves a bit of a film on the skin. Regardless, it makes a great night cream and I've seen a vast improvement in the texture of my skin in the past few months. I'm really excited to see how long term use of this product will continue to improve my skin. Overall, I cannot recommend Acne.org products enough. Every item I've purchased has been excellent quality and really helped clear my skin. The prices are fair and I appreciate the generous sizes. Many thanks to Dan and the Acne.org team.
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May 7, 2010

Pros:

Prevents acne
Fades post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Gives you smooth glowing skin
Does not ball up like other AHA's
No irritating fragrance

Cons:

Sunscreen is a must. Not optional.
My skin can't tolerate if used alone, so I add at least 3-4 drops of jojoba oil to buffer it.

This is the only product that cleared up my acne and prevented it from coming back. Took accutane four years ago and my acne came back with a vengeance. I used this for 6 months and I now have clear skin. I still have a few old blemishes that I'm waiting to fade, but other than that I don't have any more pimples. I get compliments from family and relatives about how smooth and youthful and my skin look. I'm guessing this also help prevent 'wrinkles' because of its exfoliating properties.
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January 15, 2010

Pros:

Gave me near perfect skin, almost completely cleared my light case of acne on its own, I never have cystic pimples anymore, almost completely cured my oiliness and congested pores, makes my skin smooth and soft.

Cons:

Some purging noted at the very beginning, stings on application, only minor improvement to blackheads and oiliness on the nose, daily sunscreen is absolutely required.

In a nutshell, this is the closest thing to a "miracle product" that I have ever tried in my life (much more so than benzoyl peroxide, which just didn't work for me). This AHA+ lotion turned my congested, greasy, sensitive, reddened, gross-looking skin into soft, smooth, feminine, near-perfect skin whose flaws have been reduced to only some oiliness at the nose (as opposed to on the entire face) and some residual, healing red areas (probably from old acne). My skin used to alternate from being a total oil slick to dry and flaky - but now it feels normalized and unnoticeable all day, like the skin on the rest of my body. I remember when I would have given anything to have skin like this, and now I have it. And it is by far the most cost effective AHA product on the market. Thank you so much, Dan!!
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February 24, 2011

Pros:

Makes my skin look incredible

Cons:

NONE

I use this product as directed: I worked it into my regimen after my skin had become accustomed to everything else; I only use the AHA every other night. The product was pretty painful in the beginning but the stinging absolutely wore off. The morning after I use AHA my flakes are gone and my scars and hyperpigmentation have disappeared. Miracle product here!
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July 17, 2018
How long did it take ?
February 26, 2010

Pros:

Smoother skin, gets rid of stubborn acne/bumps on my face

Cons:

None yet!!

Okay, after reading all the great reviews on here I was just crossing my fingers that this lotion would work just as well for my skin. After one night, I have already noticed a difference in my skin texture. My make-up went on super silky today. I'm really excited right now, i had to write a review right away. I can't wait to see what this lotion will do over the next few weeks. I'm really happy with my skin right now.. & it's been a long time since i've felt this way. Thank you so much, Dan!! =]
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August 10, 2016
Add to Your Regimen! Makes a HUGE difference.
The Regimen changed my life and the way I feel about myself! I came back from a year long backpacking trip where my skin completely cleared up and when I came home into a very stressful situation (my dad passed away) my already acne prone skin flared up with intensity. I had cystic acne on my cheeks and jawline (at least 5-10 at a time). I had acne under my skin on my forehead, a lot of little bumps around my temples, and pimples I could sometimes pop on my inner cheeks next to my nose. I tried Aczone and Adapalene but neither worked and they made my skin look really dull. I finally stumbled across Acne.org Regimen in December of 2015 so I've been using it for 8 or 9 months now. The first two months were hard. I had really dry, red skin but I could tell that my skin was healing. By month 5 & 6 my forehead and inner cheek acne almost completely disappeared besides the occasional break out. My cystic acne was stubborn but I can say now that I have not had 1 cystic break out for at least 2 months! I added AHA to my regimen about 5 months after starting the Regimen and I feel like that made a huge difference. I mix it with the lotion every night equal parts. I am so happy and confident with my skin now! It is completely clear! I cannot express enough that you need to give the Regimen time to heal your acne! The longer I stay on it the more beautiful my skin is. The only thing I have now is a little bit of scarring and dark marks that I can easily cover with makeup. I use Bare Minerals complexion rescue which has never made me break out and is really light weight! Please try to Regimen & stick with it if you're struggling with acne! It will change your life.
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August 23, 2010

Pros:

Makes skin really smooth, moisturizes well, calms breakouts, fades hyperpigmentation, exfoliates wonderfully

Cons:

Burns a bit at first (but not terribly), smells a little funky, makes skin a little sensitive and tender while you're getting used to it

I've only been using this stuff for about 4 days (morning and night), but wow! It's already started to fade my hyperpigmentation from past breakouts, and my skin is incredibly smooth. I can't wait to see what this stuff is going to do in the long run! Oh, and you get a lot of this product for the price! You only need about a thumbnail sized amount to cover your whole face!
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February 27, 2010

Pros:

skin is smoother, WAY less acute acne, great as a spot treatment (major eruptions gone. overnight!) it seems to help calm the redness in my skin, is helping to fade acne scars. I'm only 26, but I look younger AND less acne! Hooray!

Cons:

Sometimes stings in sensitive areas, but sting really doesn't last more than a few seconds, and has never stopped me from wearing it. Increases sun sensitivity, so use sunscreen!

I love this stuff!!!!! If you have problems with it at first, I was using a very very thin layer of jojoba or cetaphil lotion under the AHA to get my skin used to it (I also started using it in the DeAd of winter, so you probably won't even need to do this!) It's a pretty gentle product as far as acne treatments go. My skin is usually dry/combo/sensitive/acne prone, so it hates harsh stuff. This ain't harsh. ;) Helps my skin look smoother, i recommend exfoliating every few days since it appears to have accelerated my skin's sloughing process (which i think is the whole point?) I use Olay sensitive skin gentle cleaning cloths in a circular motion to get all the dead skin off. Try this stuff. Trust me. :)
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