Some reviews state it's a strong peel and others didn't peel at all, are there any tips or things I should expect using this product for a the first time? (new to peels)
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It burned the *expletive deleted* out of my face after about a minute. I left it in probably for about 3 minutes before I used baking soda to neutralize it. I would say do a test on your neck or something first because it was not my first peel I knew what to expect. What I do now is I only put it on areas that are uneven in tone or that have pimples and leave it for the full time (about 8-10 min) or as long as I can stand it LOL and then neutralize it. Follow up with a moisturizer for your skin type (I use pure argan oil from Morocco) and you're good to go! It is a pretty decent peel even if it burns a bit and it doesn't quite PEEL peel but you'll notice your skins clarity improves. Hope this helped! It burned the *expletive deleted* out of my face after about a minute. I left it in probably for about 3 minutes before I used baking soda to neutralize it. I would say do a test on your neck or something first because it was not my first peel I knew what to expect. What I do now is I only put it on areas that are uneven in tone or that have pimples and leave it for the full time (about 8-10 min) or as long as I can stand it LOL and then neutralize it. Follow up with a moisturizer for your skin type (I use pure argan oil from Morocco) and you're good to go! It is a pretty decent peel even... » Read More It burned the *expletive deleted* out of my face after about a minute. I left it in probably for about 3 minutes before I used baking soda to neutralize it. I would say do a test on your neck or something first because it was not my first peel I knew what to expect. What I do now is I only put it on areas that are uneven in tone or that have pimples and leave it for the full time (about 8-10 min) or as long as I can stand it LOL and then neutralize it. Follow up with a moisturizer for your skin type (I use pure argan oil from Morocco) and you're good to go! It is a pretty decent peel even if it burns a bit and it doesn't quite PEEL peel but you'll notice your skins clarity improves. Hope this helped! « Show Less
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You'd need a pipette to do this but this would give you a 25% solution to begin. It's a 3:1 ratio. Mix 23 milliliters of distilled water with 8 milliliters of this strength lactic acid. Those numbers are rounded out. Like it would actually be 7.6 milliliters of lactic acid. Or if you wanted the whole bottle at 25%, and the bottle of 1 oz equals 30 ml, then to the 30 ml of acid you'd add 90 ml of water. Or 1 oz of lactic acid and 3 oz of water. Of course you'd then need to purchase 3 more bottles to put the solution in that you just made. No need to suffer too much to look beautiful. Hey? If you wanted a 50% solution that would be a 1:1 ratio. 15 ml : 15 ml. You'd need a pipette to do this but this would give you a 25% solution to begin. It's a 3:1 ratio. Mix 23 milliliters of distilled water with 8 milliliters of this strength lactic acid. Those numbers are rounded out. Like it would actually be 7.6 milliliters of lactic acid. Or if you wanted the whole bottle at 25%, and the bottle of 1 oz equals 30 ml, then to the 30 ml of acid you'd add 90 ml of water. Or 1 oz of lactic acid and 3 oz of water. Of course you'd then need to purchase 3 more bottles to put the solution in that you just made. No need to suffer too much to look beautiful. Hey? If... » Read More You'd need a pipette to do this but this would give you a 25% solution to begin. It's a 3:1 ratio. Mix 23 milliliters of distilled water with 8 milliliters of this strength lactic acid. Those numbers are rounded out. Like it would actually be 7.6 milliliters of lactic acid. Or if you wanted the whole bottle at 25%, and the bottle of 1 oz equals 30 ml, then to the 30 ml of acid you'd add 90 ml of water. Or 1 oz of lactic acid and 3 oz of water. Of course you'd then need to purchase 3 more bottles to put the solution in that you just made. No need to suffer too much to look beautiful. Hey? If you wanted a 50% solution that would be a 1:1 ratio. 15 ml : 15 ml. « Show Less
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It is a strong peel, I recommend that you do half peel and half water. I use 1 tablespoon of peel and 1 table spoon of water and dilute it, then apply it with my finger tips to my face and I use the left over on my knees and elbows :-). My skin is very sensitive so I leave it on for 3 minutes then neutralize with baking soda. I hope this helps.
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Those who are accustomed to strong peels are the reason for the shifting opinions. This really shouldn't be the first peel you try - I made that mistake and it took a while and several more peels to recover. Anywho it's very important to have clean skin and even better to use a gentle toner or witch hazel to remove left over oils. Be sure to have the neutralizer ready (1 cup water:1 tablespoon baking soda) in case there are problems. The most important thing is to have a proper moisturizer to apply right after. If it still burns, just add some aloe vera gel w/ lidocaine (3.99 at any cvs). Good luck! Those who are accustomed to strong peels are the reason for the shifting opinions. This really shouldn't be the first peel you try - I made that mistake and it took a while and several more peels to recover. Anywho it's very important to have clean skin and even better to use a gentle toner or witch hazel to remove left over oils. Be sure to have the neutralizer ready (1 cup water:1 tablespoon baking soda) in case there are problems. The most important thing is to have a proper moisturizer to apply right after. If it still burns, just add some aloe vera gel w/ lidocaine (3.99 at any cvs).... » Read More Those who are accustomed to strong peels are the reason for the shifting opinions. This really shouldn't be the first peel you try - I made that mistake and it took a while and several more peels to recover. Anywho it's very important to have clean skin and even better to use a gentle toner or witch hazel to remove left over oils. Be sure to have the neutralizer ready (1 cup water:1 tablespoon baking soda) in case there are problems. The most important thing is to have a proper moisturizer to apply right after. If it still burns, just add some aloe vera gel w/ lidocaine (3.99 at any cvs). Good luck! « Show Less
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It burned the *expletive deleted* out of my face after about a minute. I left it in probably for about 3 minutes before I used baking soda to neutralize it. I would say do a test on your neck or something first because it was not my first peel I knew what to expect. What I do now is I only put it on areas that are uneven in tone or that have pimples and leave it for the full time (about 8-10 min) or as long as I can stand it LOL and then neutralize it. Follow up with a moisturizer for your skin type (I use pure argan oil from Morocco) and you're good to go! It is a pretty decent peel even if it burns a bit and it doesn't quite PEEL peel but you'll notice your skins clarity improves. Hope this helped!
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I have used lactic acid on an off for 2 years, and never peeled, ever, I didn't think it was doing anything, because the results are slow, but it does, oh boy it does. It sure helped my melasma of 10 years, not this product, I've never tried it, I have yet to ever do an 88% peel, I've never gone past a 30% and at first you won't see much results, but after repeated weekly use, you will. It will burn though, especially at this strength. If your scared of the burn, then mix it at 12%-15% with a lotion, it'll work, that is what I did.make sure you ph test it. I'm not into the burn thing.
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I like the way my skin looks after, but during the process it burns so much so that I can only tolerate for maybe 20 seconds, apparently I have very sensitive skin.
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The directions say, "Failure to flow instructions may result in injury"... The directions say nothing about applying this peel anywhere else but the face... If you feel use MUST try this anywhere else, then definitely do a 'patch test' first! Do not use if there is any skin breakage, cracks, etc... This is a strong peel, not to be messed with. There are other products here on Amazon that are not peels, but work very well at softening the skin of the areas you've mentioned. Good Luck!
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I use it every night and do apply a small amount on my face including at the crows feet and below my eyes. I do not put on a heavy amount and I do not use it during the day when I might be sweating or exercising. I have never had any stinging or reaction. I have never had any peeling or redness with this product but I have had it with other products.
156272
Not at all. I bought it around Christmas and its used a lot and no peeling at all.
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It says with just water. Water is all I used. Unless your skin is really sensitive, I don't think the 15% is overly strong, but don't use it over your whole face unless you want to have your whole face w/peeling. I only used it in certain spots.
1888535
My skin does not peel, that is, I have not seen any flakes or layers of skin sloughing off. The skin does not need to visibly exfoliate for the peel to be effective. I suppose it depends on your skin type and sensitivity to the product. I like that my skin looks and feels translucent and soft afterwards with no irritation or redness.
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Hi there..actually, I don't ever leave it on for it to get red...For me, I leave on for approx. 10-12 min. I've been use to this and I am Hispanic. I tend to wash with cool water and I can tell rather quickly I have a 'glow'. Now, about the 2nd or 3rd day, I am peeling just a bit. Not a lot, but a little exfoliation does take place. I hope this works for you. In fact, I have one more application and I need to order some more.
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Hello Daniella. This was in my spam folder for some reason. Sorry it's taken so long to respond. I only had one in my package. It still hasn't gone bad or peeled. It's awesome! They will replace it if it doesn't stay on or peels.
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I was a first time user and I went on YouTube to find out how I should use it. Put petroleum jelly on your lips and under your eyes and don't let it sit for longer than 5 minutes. Already have your baking soda mix ready before you start the process. My skin came out lovely it wasn't so harsh that my skin peeled but it did the job.
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I was skeptical myself when I placed my order, especially after reading reviews so it is a chance I took. I think it was authentic based on the reaction but I haven't been consistent using it. I can say that each time I use it my skin peels which I am embarresed about since I have a lot of face time at work. I don't recall whether they offer a money back guarentee but it is probably worth the try.
2132603
Easy to use, you just need to make sure you dilute so you do not burn your skin, especially if you have never had a TCA peel before.
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It shouldn't peel at all. I've had mine for 2 months and it's been fine. I'd ask the manufacturer to replace it if it were me. Sorry that happened to you.
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I wash my face very well and make sure to rove the majority of oil. I them apply the acid with cotton swabs. Be sure not to let it sit on any part of your face without having rubbed it around first. That can cause burn/blistering. I let it sit for 2 mins and then use a mixture of backing soda and water to neutralize the action. The exigencies reaction will release heat on your face, it can be pretty warm, but this is normal. I rince my face well with cool water then pat dry with paper towel. I use a very light oil free moisturizer with a little bit of neem oil to moisturize my face. My face is really sensitive for the next 3 days. I wash it with a gental soap free face wash and stay away from the sun. Your face really absorbed everything you put on it during this time so you want to chose carefully. Use natural products. I am allergic to sun screen, so I use hats and physical bariors to keep my face safe. This 50% potency is actualy too strong for me, I went back to using the 30% and that gives me better results. I do it every two weeks to give my skin time to completely heal. My face did not peel with ether one (30 or 50%).
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Mine came without peel off stuff. I tried my best, have my family and friends to try as well, and became a butt of joke on this. there was nothing to peel. there was absolutely nothing to peel. BOL to you if you get this to peel.
342377
It goes on like water. Does not crack or peel. For me it looked good for about a half hour, then it made me look even older. I have dry skin, maybe that's why. I returned it. Good luck.E
399968
How to use for the first time .? Do I have to peel the sticker at the back before I use it?
451994
My skin is fine now. And yes the darkening of skin was normal as well as the dryness. The darkened path peels off after 2 days or so, you don't need any cream other than your regular moisturizer. But my skin is a lot better! :)