Description
AHA 20% Glycolic Peel – Anti-Aging, Exfoliator, Hormonal Acne
Glycolic acid (GA) obtained from sugar cane is used in the most common alpha hydroxy acid bark. GA has the lowest molecular weight among all alpha hydroxy acids. It penetrates the skin easily, making it a popular peeling agent. GA peels have anti-inflammatory, keratolytic and antioxidant effects. GA targets the corneosome by increasing degradation and decreasing cohesion, causing desquamation.
The intensity of the peeling is determined by the concentration of the acid, the vehicle used to transport it, the amount of acid applied and the technique used. GA peels need to be properly neutralized to prevent skin acidification. Applying acid to the skin saturates the cells’ ability to resist acidification; excess acid must be neutralized to avoid burning.
Summary: Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). It is a powerful exfoliant. It reacts with the superficial layer of the skin, breaking it, dissolving the fat and the substances that keep the cells together. Helps maintain and enhance the results of previous peels and other professional treatments.
Benefits
Advantages: Removes dead skin and clogging-prone residue to unclog pores and effectively treats hormonal breakouts. Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen and elastin content in the dermis. Revitalizes dull, sun-damaged and tired skin. Firm tones and restores youthful glow. It has a high resistance exfoliant. Glycolic acid works by removing the outer layers of thickened or keratinized cells and dissolving sebum and cell-binding substances, leaving fresh skin with a smoother, healthier appearance and best suited for anyone seeking fine line reduction and renewed clarity. It helps to maintain and improve the results of peelings and other professional treatments.
Results: Users of this type of peeling do not need to rest. Glycolic acid reacts with the surface layer of the skin, dissolving the oiliness and pollution particles adhered to it.
Helps maintain and highlight the results of old peels. It is advisable to use NUTRIPEEL EMULSION at the end of the peeling to nourish the skin. The use of SPF 30 helps to protect the new layer of skin that is more sensitive to the harmful effects of UV, achieving longer-lasting results. To obtain a better result, it is important to repeat 4-6 sessions with an interval of fifteen days. Do not use in the summer.
Improvements in: Anti-aging, excessive fat, irritated areas, hormonal acne, crow’s feet, clogged pores, hyperpigmentation, cystic hair, male skin, age spots, dehydration, evens out skin tone, evens out skin texture, scaly skin.
Indications
Indications: anti-aging, pronounced mimic wrinkles, excessive oil, hormonal acne, hyperkeratosis, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation, seborrhea, uneven skin texture and tone, age spots, dry skin and dehydration, mature skin, sun damage
Contraindications
Contraindications: pregnancy and lactation, herpes, warts, secondary infection, small scratch marks on the skin, hypersensitivity of the skin, oncological diseases, eczema, psoriasis, treatment of oral retinoids, after surgeries, diabetes
Recommended for skin types
Recommended for skin types: Normal, Normal/Sensitive, Dry, Combination
Skin Tone: All skin tones can use this peel
Targets: People over 20 years old for treatment of sun damage, hormonal acne, improvement of fine lines, collagen stimulation, men and women interested in maintaining a rejuvenated and youthful skin.
Working area: Face, décolleté, hands.
Type of user
Experience Level: Aesthetics professionals, non-professional users with a minimum of experience.
Depth of action: Very shallow;
Aggressiveness: Little
Detailed Description
Glycolic Peel 20%
Progressive Renewal for Smoother, Brighter and Rejuvenated Skin
The Glycolic Peel 20% is a professional chemical peel belonging to the AHA – Alpha Hydroxy Acids family, developed to promote progressive, controlled and safe exfoliation of the most superficial layers of the skin.
Glycolic Acid is one of the most widely used active ingredients in aesthetic medicine due to its high capacity for cellular renewal, skin texture improvement and progressive stimulation of skin radiance.
Scientific Characteristics
✔ Main Acid
✔ Concentration
✔ pH
✔ pKa
✔ Peel Depth
✔ Category
✔ Main Cosmetic Focus
- Mild skin renewal (“Mild renewal”)
What is Glycolic Acid?
Glycolic Acid is a water-soluble AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) recognized for its excellent superficial exfoliation and progressive skin renewal capabilities.
Due to its low molecular weight, it can effectively act on the stratum corneum, promoting:
✔ removal of dead skin cells
✔ improvement of skin texture
✔ enhanced skin radiance
✔ smoother skin surface
✔ progressive cellular renewal
How does it work on the skin?
The Glycolic Peel 20% works mainly on the superficial layers of the skin through controlled chemical exfoliation.
Its action helps to:
- remove accumulated dead skin cells
- stimulate epidermal renewal
- improve skin uniformity
- refine skin texture
- improve overall skin appearance
👉 The result is brighter, smoother, more even and revitalized skin.
Why are pH and pKa important?
The performance of a chemical peel does not depend only on acid concentration.
The true scientific control lies in the relationship between:
- concentration
- pH
- pKa
- penetration speed
- skin tolerance
The pKa concept allows better control of the balance between free and dissociated acid, providing an action that is:
✔ more predictable
✔ more progressive
✔ safer
✔ more comfortable for the skin
Main Benefits of Glycolic Peel 20%
✨ Progressive skin renewal
✨ Improved skin texture
✨ Brighter skin appearance
✨ Smoother skin surface
✨ More even skin tone
✨ Pore refinement
✨ Improvement of superficial fine lines
✨ Fresher and more rejuvenated appearance
Aesthetic Indications
Glycolic Peel 20% can be integrated into professional protocols for:
✔ Dull and tired-looking skin
✔ Uneven texture
✔ Early fine lines
✔ Enlarged pores
✔ Superficial photoaging
✔ Progressive skin renewal
✔ Skin preparation before other treatments
According to the manufacturer’s guide, Glycolic Acid 20% may help with:
- mild hormonal acne
- improvement of fine lines
- collagen stimulation
Type of Exfoliation
Glycolic Peel 20% provides:
👉 Very superficial and controlled exfoliation
This allows:
✔ excellent skin tolerance
✔ quick recovery
✔ minimal skin aggression
✔ progressive and safe protocols
✔ compatibility with other aesthetic treatments
Expected Results
With proper and progressive protocols, it is possible to observe:
- smoother skin
- increased radiance
- improved skin quality
- more even appearance
- gradual improvement of fine lines
- renewed skin sensation
Since skin renewal is a cumulative biological process, results tend to improve progressively throughout the sessions.
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes.
One of the great advantages of Glycolic Peel 20% is its versatility within combined treatment protocols.
It can be combined with:
✔ mesotherapies
✔ microneedling (within appropriate protocols)
✔ radiofrequency
✔ LED therapy
✔ anti-aging protocols
✔ depigmenting treatments
✔ deep hydration treatments
👉 Example:
Glow & Rejuvenation Protocol
1️⃣ Glycolic Peel 20%
2️⃣ Hydrating mesotherapy with hyaluronic acid
3️⃣ Regenerative LED therapy
👉 Result:
- enhanced glow
- deep hydration
- more even skin
- improved skin quality
TherapDerma / mesoInstitute Philosophy
mesoInstitute peels were developed following a scientific approach based on:
✔ progressive exfoliation
✔ respect for the skin barrier
✔ cumulative results
✔ skin comfort
✔ realistic and visible skin improvement
Unlike aggressive approaches from the past, modern aesthetic medicine prioritizes:
👉 progressive renewal
👉 safety
👉 predictability
👉 personalized protocols
👉 natural and sustainable results.
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