Are the glycolic peels are safe?
Side effects Possible side effects associated with skin treatment are caused by irritation, including excessive dryness, infection, itching, swelling and redness in treated areas. The newly exposed skin may have a lighter or uneven pigmentation than surrounding skin. Generally, these side effects stabilize as treatment progresses and can be alleviated with topical ointments such as moisturizers or soothing gels. Sensitivity to sunlight is a side effect of most skin treatments, including AHA peels, when new dermal layers are exposed. Warnings Glycolic acid peels can be administered weekly for up to eight weeks. Prolonged application of a glycolic acid peel should be monitored because it can cause burns or irritation. The FDA guidelines for over-the-counter or cosmetic formulations of glycolic acid peels limit the concentration to 10 percent to reduce risk of burns. Commercially available products containing glycolic acid include a warning about AHAs increasing sun sensitivity and a reco
