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Sat Oct 16, 2004 9:08 pm  |
For those of you who have tried both, which to you feel is more effective? A 33 Glycolic or a Enzyme peel? I have not had either and I am wondering what the difference is. Is one deeper? Thanks  |
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Sun Oct 17, 2004 9:13 am |
They are both effective. Enzyme peels work by dissolving the dead skin to reveal new skin and glycolic's work by increasing dead skin cell turnover so fresh skin is revealed at the surface. Here's some info on Glycolic Acid:
How exactly does Glycolic Acid work?
Glycolic Acid dissolves a glue-like substance in the stratum corneum (the upper layer of the skin). This dissolving causes already dead skin cells to slough off the surface more quickly than usual. This increase in cell turnover, researchers have discovered, stimulates the skin to increase collagen production thus smoothing wrinkles as well as improving the overall strength and integrity of the tissue.
As skin ages the release of old skin cells slows down dramatically and the stratum corneum becomes thick because the "glue" binds too tightly. The skin can appear dry, scaly and exhibit so called age spots. With the release of these older dried cells, the skin begins to look and feel soft and silky. Pore size is reduced, and the overall color and health of the skin is improved due to the increased circulation.
Personally, I use the enzyme peel when I don't want to worry about irritation. I use glycolic when I'm "going for it"....  |
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Mabsy
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Mon Oct 18, 2004 5:49 am |
| I haven't tried either but, from what I understand, the enzyme peel would be the gentler of the two and there would be less chance of burning your skin. |
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