glycolic acid
moderate evidence
Is it worth it?
AHA; evidence for exfoliation and skin texture.
Available across 8 products from $9.50 to $98.00 — the cheapest delivers the same active.
How it interacts with conditions
No specific condition guidance — generally well tolerated.
When to use it
Morning and evening (AM + PM).
Products with glycolic acid
- The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling SolutionThe Ordinary · Budget · Made in Canada$9.50$2.38/oz
- The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning SolutionThe Ordinary · Budget · Made in Canada$13.00$3.25/oz
- Naturium The Smoother Glycolic Acid Body Lotion 10%Naturium · Mid-tier · Made in USA$21.00$7.00/oz
- Paula's Choice 8% AHA Gel ExfoliantPaula's Choice · Mid-tier · Made in USA$29.00$17.06/oz
- Glytone Exfoliating Body Lotion 17.5% GlycolicGlytone · Premium · Made in USA$42.00$14.00/oz
- Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night SerumDrunk Elephant · Premium · Made in USA$90.00$90.00/oz
- Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily PeelDr. Dennis Gross · Premium · Made in USA$92.00$23.00/oz
- SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age DefenseSkinCeuticals · Premium · Made in USA$98.00$98.00/oz
Not medical advice — consult a dermatologist. Conditions are self-declared and never diagnosed by this app.