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Mon Feb 23, 2009 11:09 am  |
| Hi I hope all you DIYers can help. I'm new to DIY and with the dry winter air, would love to try a glycolic body wash. I know DIY can be complicated, with ph balance and such, but is it possible to make one at home? Does anyone have a recipe? I have a 30% glycolic acid meant for facial peels and was wondering if I could add it to a regular body wash? Or I could order a stronger % if needed. TIA!! |
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35 yr old asian Dry skin from Retin A, but still shiney sometimes. Fine lines and sun spots. Using Obagi C system otherwise Retin A micro, hydroquinone, and SUNSCREEN |
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Tue Feb 24, 2009 12:18 pm |
| Can anyone help? |
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35 yr old asian Dry skin from Retin A, but still shiney sometimes. Fine lines and sun spots. Using Obagi C system otherwise Retin A micro, hydroquinone, and SUNSCREEN |
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Tue Feb 24, 2009 3:36 pm |
Go to GOW (www.gardenofwisdom.com) and do a search on glycolic acid. Markey sells a 70% solution and there is a pdf link that contains a recipe and formulating instructions.
Keep in mind DIY glycolic (aka AHA) is not for beginners, you will need pH meter or strips and will need to adjust pH with baking soda. Here is some info from GOW:
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Factors Influencing the Efficacy of AHA Products
The effects on the skin of alpha-hydroxy acid products are influenced by the:
* Concentration of the acid.
* Ph of the product.
* Amount of free acid present. (explanation below)
* Type of acid.
* Vehicle used.
* Duration of exposure.
* Patient's skin type.
* Concentration
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Tue Feb 24, 2009 5:06 pm |
| Thanks Pachouli, I'll check it out!! |
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35 yr old asian Dry skin from Retin A, but still shiney sometimes. Fine lines and sun spots. Using Obagi C system otherwise Retin A micro, hydroquinone, and SUNSCREEN |
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