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Dubbed as the miracle acid for dry skin, glycolic acid is a member of the alpha hydroxy acid family you'll want in your routine for gentle exfoliation and the ultimate glow. Browse offers on glycolic acid skincare below, whether you're looking for a chemical peel, serum, cleanser or more.

See our glycolic acid guide to answer your questions like what is glycolic acid and what does glycolic acid in beauty do.

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Alpha-H Vitamin C Paste 10% L'ascorbic Acid
Alpha-H Vitamin C Paste 10% L'ascorbic Acid
No reviews
£22.48 £48.63
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NIP+FAB Post Glycolic Fix Moisturiser SPF 30
NIP+FAB Post Glycolic Fix Moisturiser SPF 30
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£9.25 £19.95
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The Organic Pharmacy Jasmine Night Conditioner
The Organic Pharmacy Jasmine Night Conditioner
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£18.11 £37.00
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Filorga Sleep & Lift Treatment
Filorga Sleep & Lift Treatment
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£39.01 £79.50
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Murad Environmental Shield Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum
Murad Environmental Shield Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum
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£13.75 £28.00
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Bellamianta Glycolic Body Scrub
Bellamianta Glycolic Body Scrub
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£7.45 £15.00
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GLAMGLOW Supermud Clearing Treatment Mask
GLAMGLOW Supermud Clearing Treatment Mask
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Murad Replenishing Multi Acid Peel
Murad Replenishing Multi Acid Peel
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Grace & Stella Dr. Pedicure Foot Peeling Mask
Grace & Stella Dr. Pedicure Foot Peeling Mask
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Filorga C-Recover Radiance Boosting Concentrate
Filorga C-Recover Radiance Boosting Concentrate
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£33.75 £62.00
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Filorga Scrub & Mask Reoxygenating Exfoliating Mask
Filorga Scrub & Mask Reoxygenating Exfoliating Mask
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£28.45 £49.50
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Clarins Multi Active Day Cream For All Skin Types
Clarins Multi Active Day Cream For All Skin Types
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The Organic Pharmacy Night Repair Glow Kit
The Organic Pharmacy Night Repair Glow Kit
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£32.58 £55.00
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Filorga Foam Cleanser
Filorga Foam Cleanser
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£13.25 £22.00
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SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Toner
SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Toner
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£27.99 £46.00
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DCL Skin Renewal Complex SPF 30
DCL Skin Renewal Complex SPF 30
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£75.00 £124.00
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Murad Vitamin C Cleanse & Brighten Set
Murad Vitamin C Cleanse & Brighten Set
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£73.20 £122.00
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PIXI Glow Tonic To-Go Pads
PIXI Glow Tonic To-Go Pads
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£12.15 £20.00
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Proto-col Intense Protection Day Moisturiser SPF 50+
Proto-col Intense Protection Day Moisturiser SPF 50+
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£24.95 £39.95
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The Organic Pharmacy Resculpting Body Serum
The Organic Pharmacy Resculpting Body Serum
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£44.00 £70.00
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BABOR Doctor Babor CLEANFORMANCE: Awakening Eye Cream
BABOR Doctor Babor CLEANFORMANCE: Awakening Eye Cream
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£19.40 £30.76
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Sebastian Professional Craft Clay
Sebastian Professional Craft Clay
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£15.49 £24.50
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Alpha-H Liquid Gold 24 Hour Moisture Repair Cream
Alpha-H Liquid Gold 24 Hour Moisture Repair Cream
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£44.20 £68.99
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Alpha-H Clear Skin Kit
Alpha-H Clear Skin Kit
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£26.60 £41.55
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Gatineau Radiance Enhancing Gommage
Gatineau Radiance Enhancing Gommage
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£5.19 £8.00
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Murad Hydro Dynamic Quenching Essence
Murad Hydro Dynamic Quenching Essence
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£55.00 £84.03
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BARBER PRO Foot Peel Treatment
BARBER PRO Foot Peel Treatment
46 Reviews
£6.50 £10.00
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Shakeup Cosmetics Face 4ward Toner
Shakeup Cosmetics Face 4ward Toner
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£9.75 £15.00
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ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Definition Face & Neck Serum
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Definition Face & Neck Serum
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£62.30 £95.00
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Comfort Zone Sublime Skin Peel Pads
Comfort Zone Sublime Skin Peel Pads
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£25.08 £38.00
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Skin Doctors Zit Zapper
Skin Doctors Zit Zapper
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£9.95 £14.99
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Alpha-H Hyaluronic 8 Super Serum With PrimalHyal Ultrafiller
Alpha-H Hyaluronic 8 Super Serum With PrimalHyal Ultrafiller
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£36.00 £53.99
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Murad Daily Illuminators Set
Murad Daily Illuminators Set
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£89.00 £132.00
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Isle of Paradise Over It Magic Self Tan Eraser
Isle of Paradise Over It Magic Self Tan Eraser
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£13.46 £19.95
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Caudalie Glycolic Peel
Caudalie Glycolic Peel
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£19.94 £29.00
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ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Morning Matrix Cream
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Morning Matrix Cream
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£87.31 £128.00
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Alpha-H Clear Skin Blemish Control Mask
Alpha-H Clear Skin Blemish Control Mask
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Florence by Mills One Swipe Glow Wipe Treatment Pads
Florence by Mills One Swipe Glow Wipe Treatment Pads
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£11.15 £16.00
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Alpha-H Clear Skin Daily Face & Body Wash With 2% Salicylic Acid & Tea Tree
Alpha-H Clear Skin Daily Face & Body Wash With 2% Salicylic Acid & Tea Tree
1 Review
£29.39 £42.04
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Philosophy Microdelivery Dream Peel
Philosophy Microdelivery Dream Peel
1 Review
£31.50 £45.00
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DCL Strengthening Conditioner
DCL Strengthening Conditioner
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£28.00 £40.00
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BABOR Doctor Babor Refine Cellular AHA Peeling Pads
BABOR Doctor Babor Refine Cellular AHA Peeling Pads
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£28.00 £40.00
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NeoStrata Cellular Restoration
NeoStrata Cellular Restoration
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£69.30 £99.00
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Payot Paris My Payot Peeling Eclat
Payot Paris My Payot Peeling Eclat
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£16.22 £23.00
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Bioderma Sebium Night Peel Smoothing Concentrate Gel
Bioderma Sebium Night Peel Smoothing Concentrate Gel
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£14.00 £20.00
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Votary Daily Apple Toner, Malic Acid & Prebiotic
Votary Daily Apple Toner, Malic Acid & Prebiotic
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£29.40 £42.00
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SkinCeuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight Corrective Cream
SkinCeuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight Corrective Cream
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£62.99 £88.00
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Darphin Resurfacing Peel
Darphin Resurfacing Peel
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£37.28 £52.00
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Dermalogica Daily Brightness Boosters Skin Kit
Dermalogica Daily Brightness Boosters Skin Kit
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£34.95 £49.00
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Clarins Multi Active Day Cream Dry Skin
Clarins Multi Active Day Cream Dry Skin
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£32.87 £45.24
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Mavala Skin Vitality Sleeping Mask Baby Skin Radiance
Mavala Skin Vitality Sleeping Mask Baby Skin Radiance
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£25.08 £34.65
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Alpha-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 50+ With Vitamin E
Alpha-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 50+ With Vitamin E
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£29.00 £39.78
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Caudalie Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence
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£20.70 £28.00
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Tanologist Self Tan Eraser + Primer
Tanologist Self Tan Eraser + Primer
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£9.74 £12.99
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R+Co Bleu Smooth & Seal Blow Dry Mist
R+Co Bleu Smooth & Seal Blow Dry Mist
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£59.49 £80.00
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Alpha-H Glow & Protect Duo
Alpha-H Glow & Protect Duo
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£61.00 £81.42
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Benefit Pore Routine Roundup Pore Care Set
Benefit Pore Routine Roundup Pore Care Set
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£28.00 £37.61
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Vichy Normaderm Anti-Blemish Care
Vichy Normaderm Anti-Blemish Care
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£14.25 £19.06
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Alpha-H Vitamin C Serum With 10% Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Alpha-H Vitamin C Serum With 10% Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
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£37.49 £49.99
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GUERLAIN The Gommage De Beaute Skin Resurfacing Peel
GUERLAIN The Gommage De Beaute Skin Resurfacing Peel
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£43.66 £58.00
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Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Cream
Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Cream
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£43.50 £58.00
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Caudalie Vinoperfect Dark Spot Correcting Glycolic Night Cream
Caudalie Vinoperfect Dark Spot Correcting Glycolic Night Cream
No reviews
£27.82 £37.00
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ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Ultra Smart Complex 12 Serum
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Ultra Smart Complex 12 Serum
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£135.45 £179.99
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Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Exfoliating Body Treatment
Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Exfoliating Body Treatment
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£11.35 £15.00
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Comfort Zone Active Pureness Corrector
Comfort Zone Active Pureness Corrector
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£16.95 £22.50
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Dr Dennis Gross Skincare C+Collagen Deep Cream
Dr Dennis Gross Skincare C+Collagen Deep Cream
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£57.75 £77.00
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Vichy Normaderm Deep Cleansing Purifying Gel
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£11.63 £15.50
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Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defence Broad Spectrum SPF 50
Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Dark Spot Sun Defence Broad Spectrum SPF 50
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£31.50 £42.00
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Alpha-H Beauty Sleep Power Peel
Alpha-H Beauty Sleep Power Peel
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£53.65 £70.75
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Vichy Normaderm 3-In-1 Mask, Scrub & Cleanser
Vichy Normaderm 3-In-1 Mask, Scrub & Cleanser
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£11.63 £15.50
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Vichy Normaderm Pore Tightening Toner
Vichy Normaderm Pore Tightening Toner
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£12.38 £16.50
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Vichy Normaderm BHA + Probiotic Fractions Anti-Imperfections Serum For Blemish-Prone Skin
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£26.25 £35.00
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KMS Hairplay Makeover Spray
KMS Hairplay Makeover Spray
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£18.00 £24.00
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PIXI Clarity Acid Peel
PIXI Clarity Acid Peel
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£22.00 £29.16
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Alpha-H Vitamin B Serum With 5% Niacinamide
Alpha-H Vitamin B Serum With 5% Niacinamide
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£37.95 £49.99
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Alpha-H Protection Plus Daily Moisturiser SPF 50+ With Pomegranate Seed Oil
Alpha-H Protection Plus Daily Moisturiser SPF 50+ With Pomegranate Seed Oil
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£31.99 £42.43
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The Ordinary The Bright Set
The Ordinary The Bright Set
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£29.12 £38.58
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Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm
Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm
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£28.95 £38.00
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Alpha-H Triple Action Cleanser With Thyme
Alpha-H Triple Action Cleanser With Thyme
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£25.59 £33.58
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Filorga Time-Filler Eyes
Filorga Time-Filler Eyes
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£36.70 £47.20
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Florence by Mills Clean Magic Face Wash
Florence by Mills Clean Magic Face Wash
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£7.00 £9.00
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SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Cleanser
SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Cleanser
10 Reviews
£38.75 £50.00
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Korres Pomegranate Triple-Dose Resurfacing Mask
Korres Pomegranate Triple-Dose Resurfacing Mask
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£24.65 £32.00
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Benefit The Porefessional Tight N Toned Toner
Benefit The Porefessional Tight N Toned Toner
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£14.40 £18.58
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NuFACE FIX Line Smoothing Device
NuFACE FIX Line Smoothing Device
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£125.00 £162.00
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Filorga Hydra Hyal Serum
Filorga Hydra Hyal Serum
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£37.75 £49.00
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Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash
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£15.00 £19.00
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Mane 'n Tail Colour Protect Shampoo
Mane 'n Tail Colour Protect Shampoo
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£5.55 £6.99
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SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser Gel
SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser Gel
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£35.65 £45.00
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Alpha-H Clear Skin Daily Hydrator Gel
Alpha-H Clear Skin Daily Hydrator Gel
7 Reviews
£23.05 £29.16
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Glycolic Acid

Frequently Asked Questions about Glycolic Acid products

What is glycolic acid?

Totally natural and effortlessly effective, glycolic acid was first derived from plants such as sugar cane, pineapple and sugar beets, but it is now also synthetically manufactured. It's one of the most commonly used AHAs (others include lactic, citric and malic acid), and not to mention, one of the safest to use if you want to dabble in some DIY skin care.

What does glycolic acid in beauty do?

Glycolic acid is the holy grail when it comes to exfoliation – think of it like Pacman. When it comes into contact with the skin's surface, it eats up all the excess oils and breaks down the bonds that hold together dead cells so that you can reveal a radiant glow.

What are the skin care benefits of glycolic acid beauty products?

Unlike BHAs, glycolic acid is a lot more gentle on the skin and also water-soluble, meaning its ability to hold moisture is second to none. As a result, it's ace for revealing a brighter, smoother complexion that's healthy and hydrated. It's even used to combat scarring, skin discolouration and signs of ageing, so you can wave goodbye to those pesky fine lines and wrinkles.

Where can I find glycolic acid?

Glycolic acid is most commonly found in chemical peels, but since it's taken the skin care spotlight, you can find it in daily products such as face washes, cleansers, moisturisers and face pads. If you're not sure where to start, NIP + FAB are one of our favourite brands for a complete easy-to-use glycolic acid skin care collection.

Who should use glycolic acid beauty products?

Glycolic acid is the perfect option for those with dry or sensitive skin. When used in low concentrations, it can transfer water molecules from the air and inject them into the skin tissue. And, because it doesn't penetrate the skin deeply, it's less likely to cause irritation.

How do I use glycolic acid beauty products?

All skin types react differently, so it's always a good idea to test the waters before going full throttle. Begin with low strengths (between 5 - 8%) before progressing to higher concentrations (but never go above 50%), and always be sure to do a skin patch test first. It's best to apply glycolic acid at night or accompanied with a suitable sun cream as it can make your skin sensitive to the sun.

What should I expect after using glycolic acid beauty products?

It's not uncommon to experience a slight tingling or warming sensation at first – it's nothing to worry about, it's just the glycolic acid getting to work on sloughing away skin cells.

You might also notice that your face is red in appearance but this should fade after a few hours. The key is to be patient – skin can feel dry and dusty to begin with, but it'll soon shed and reveal an even-toned complexion.

Can I use other acids with glycolic acid?

It's best to use glycolic acid on it's own. If you start cooking up a cocktail of ingredients, they're bound to counteract one another. Glycolic acid doesn't tend to play well with vitamin C or retinol, if you combine the two you'll be in a for a red and peel-y treat.

Hannah Liddle

Written by Hannah Liddle, Beauty Editor

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