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Alpha Hydroxy Acids in the Battle Against Aging

Dermatological procedures such as chemical peels can make significant improvements in the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and brown spots. These peels often use acids called Alpha Hydroxy Acids to cause flaking that peels off the top dead layer of skin.

Alpha hydroxy acids are naturally occurring acids, but can also be synthesized in a lab. They include glycolic acid, the most common AHA, which is made from sugar cane; lactic acid, which comes from dairy products and is generally known to be milder and therefore less irritating than glycolic acid; malic acid, which comes from apples and pears; citric acid from citrus fruits; and tartaric acid from grapes.

AHAs weaken the bonds between cells in the outer, dead layer of skin, which aids in exfoliation and speeds up the normal shedding process. By helping to remove this dull layer of dead skin cells and therefore revealing the new skin cells underneath, Alpha Hydroxy Acids improve the texture of skin, unclog pores, can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and may aid in the building of collagen and elastin, both of which help to firm skin.

Glytone is one of the leading dermatologist-recommended brand to incorporate Alpha Hydroxy Acids into its formulas. Glytone’s anti-aging skin care products use pure glycolic acid, the AHA with the smallest molecules. Glycolic acid penetrates better than other AHAs, keeping your skin fresh, smooth and healthy. Glytone’s Mild Gel Wash for normal to oily skin cleanses and moisturizes while adjusting the pH of your skin to prepare it for other Glytone products. Along with the Glytone’s Mild Cream Wash cleanser, which is formulated for dry skin, Mild Gel Wash uses AHAs to gently exfoliate the skin, removing dead skin cells, leaving a softer, smoother complexion.

To diminish fine lines and wrinkles in the delicate, sensitive skin around the eye area, try Glytone Essentials Hydrating Eye Cream. This nourishing cream smoothes away crow’s feet and other fine lines while moisturizing the eye area. Glytone’s oil-free Firming Eye Gel contains collagen to increase the moisture levels of the skin around the eyes while AHAs resurface the eye area and reduce puffiness.

While people often focus on the face in their anti-aging skin care regimens, it’s important not to forget the rest of the body. Heels, knees and elbows can be especially rough and difficult to soften. Glytone’s Ultra Heel and Elbow Cream uses a high concentration—29.5% free acid value—of glycolic acid to quickly exfoliate and soften the dry, coarse, dead skin often found on elbows and heels.

Brown spots on the hands can make you look and feel older than you really are. Diminish them with Glytone’s Fading Lotion. Dab on spots twice daily, immediately before moisturizing or exfoliating.

With such effective Alpha Hydroxy Acid products, you can keep the effects of aging at bay, and even help to reduce some that have already cropped up. As always, consult your dermatologist before beginning any at-home skin care regimen.

Article posted 1/08/2007.

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Firm Eye Gel by Glytone $30.00

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Ultra Heel and Elbow Cream by Glytone $46.00