Lactic Acid 10% Gel Peel

I used to love to get facial peels at a salon, but my budget doesn’t allow for that these days. I was happy to come across this product that is a peel you can do at home.
It is strongly recommended that you use the ReFresh Rose Glow Cleanser in preparation for the peel. You should also follow up the peel with ReFresh Hyaluronic Acid Cream as a moisturizer.

Why I like this product:

* It works, yet it is gentle on dry skin. I didn’t feel any stinging or dryness after using this product.
* You only have to leave it on for 1-3 minutes.
* The natural ingredients. The lactic acid is naturally derived from soy beans.

Since this product contains Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), you should be careful in the sun. AHA can increase your skin’s sensitivity to sun, so you should always wear a highly protective sunscreen after using this.

If you want to gently brighten your face, you will enjoy this product.

* I received a free sample for testing and review.

I personally had never tried any Lactic Acid serums before now so I have nothing to honestly compare it to. Upon my research I discovered that this product is good to use for Age Spots, Dry Dull Skin, Stretch Marks, Freckles, Sun Spots, Keratosis Pilaris, Increasing Skin Radiance and Luminosity, Acne Scarring, Skin Lightening, Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, Melasma, Reducing Wrinkles and Fine Lines. What surprised me though was that very few ingredients are used: Purified Water, Lactic Acid, Xanthan gum. To use it’s quite easy. What you need to do is dispense a small amount of Lactic Acid Gel to your fingertips or gauze pad and smooth over entire face and neck. You then leave it on for 1 to 3 minutes, depending on tolerance. Just a note, this can be layered for deeper exfoliation. After letting it sit for the allowed time, rinse with cool water to neutralize the solution. It’s best to use in the evening after cleansing, and as often as tolerated is definitely recommended for use on dry or sensitive skin.

The lactic acid gel peel had a slight bit of a sting on my face during the application, but nothing I couldn’t handle. In fact, I don’t know if stinging is the right word – maybe a tingling type feeling? After about 3 or 4 minutes I rinsed my face with cool water, patted it dry. I also used my vitamin c serum after the lactic acid was dry. I’ve been doing this for a few days now and so far I’ve noticed a difference in my face. It seems softer, more moisturized and just an overall better looking appearance. This product has no odor either. So those sensitive to certain scents will be okay to use this. Definitely a great product so far and I intend to continue to use it.

The [re]fresh Skin Therapy’s Lactic Acid 10% Peel came in a clear bottle with a white and blue label. It also comes with a dropper which can replace the original cap on the bottle. It has a clear, thick serum-like consistency which has a slightly odd scent. The scent is not irritating and tolerable.

The [re]fresh Skin Therapy’s Lactic Acid 10% Peel is very gentle. I don’t feel any tingling or different sensation even if I leave it on for 3 minutes. It also doesn’t cause any excessive or visible peeling but I like how it works well with the 2% Salicylic Acid Peel. Both peels are now incorporated in my nightly routine and I love how the Lactic Acid 10% Peel gives my skin a breather from the Salicylic Acid Peel.

Using the [re]fresh Skin Therapy’s Lactic Acid Peel made my skin look brighter and smoother. I like how gentle it is so as not to cause any visible and excessive peeling yet effective enough for quicker skin cell turnover.

Cleared up my blackheads

I am new to peels and this one is a great place to start. You can feel it tingling and working and after using it 4 times I can see my skin looking brighter/fresher. A little goes a long way so it is a value.