Glycolic Acid

Glycolic Acid is the smallest and most researched alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) in skincare, which is exactly why it works so well and why it needs to be used with care. Because its molecule is small, it penetrates the surface layer of skin more effectively than larger acids, loosening the bonds that hold dead skin cells in place. The result is smoother texture, more refined pores, and a more even tone over time. In Reveal ClariGlow Brightening Toner, Glycolic Acid is used at 7%, an intermediate, home-use concentration that sits within globally recognised over-the-counter safety limits for leave-on cosmetic products. It is strong enough to produce visible results without needing professional supervision, unlike the 20% and higher concentrations used in clinic peels. What matters just as much as the percentage is what surrounds it. In ClariGlow, Glycolic Acid is buffered with Panthenol, Allantoin, Chamomile Extract, Rose Water, Aloe Vera, and Glycerin, which reduce the tingling and dryness that unbuffered acid formulas often cause. One important honest note for Pakistani skin: Glycolic Acid increases sun sensitivity, and Pakistan's UV index sits between 8 and 11 for much of the year. Daily sunscreen is not optional alongside any glycolic product, it is what makes the results hold instead of backfiring into new dark spots. Start with 2 to 3 applications per week, patch test first, and always follow with SPF. Steroid-free and mercury-free.