Skin Care
Found: 8 Gentle At-Home Peels Perfect for Sensitive SkinWith the right ingredients, exfoliating peels can be gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. |
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Many high-strength peels tend to use high percentages of glycolic and salicylic acids to get the job done. Peels made for sensitive skin favor gentler acids, like lactic and mandelic, and smaller percentages of salicylic and glycolic, along with additional ingredients that help soothe skin. They also tend to be low on fragrance and alcohol, which can irritate sensitive skin.
Ready to give an at-home peel a chance? Here are 8 gentle peels for sensitive skin that will strip away dull skin without harming the skin barrier.
Pro tip: When introducing a new peel to your regimen, leave it on for half the recommended time. Increase the amount of time gradually until you are comfortable leaving it on for the full recommended time. It's normal for a peel to feel a little tingly or even sting a little but if you feel real discomfort, remove the peel immediately and follow with a skin-soothing serum. Peels should be used no more than once or twice a week.
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