
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Chemical peeling solution with 10% glycolic acid
FEATURES
Water based formulation, penetrates skin deeply, powerful exfoliation, removes irregularities, roughness, uneven texture, dullness, fends off wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots
BEST FOR
normal
CHECKS
Does not contain parabens, fragrances
Who Is It For?
Unisex AdultsWhat Does It Help With?
Unclogs Pores Improves Skin Tone Provides Glowing Skin Gentle Cleansing Gentle ExfoliatingBudget
Affordable (under โน30 Is Roughly $0.40 Price โน221 โ ~$3 Fits Affordable)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What DERMDOC Says
Product Description:
The DermDoc 10% Glycolic Acid Peeling Solution is a super-effective, water based formulation that penetrates the skin easily and deeply to provide powerful exfoliation. Exfoliating the skin is necessary to get rid of irregularities, roughness, uneven texture and dullness. Glycolic acid is the best chemical and professional ingredient suited for the job! DermDocโs rinse-off peeling solution has multiple benefits. Apart from exfoliating the skin skillfully to reveal younger-looking skin, it also fends off wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots. Refresh your skincare regime with a gentle touch of Glycolic Acid
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Glycolic Acid
Key Ingredients
glycolic-acid
Ingredients Details
Glycolic Acid
Common Name(s): Hydroxyacetic acid,2-hydroxyacetic acid
CAS Number: 79-14-1
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides maximum aha efficacy from the smallest most penetrating alpha-hydroxy acid.
Why It's Used: The most potent aha โ glycolic acid's smallest molecular size provides the deepest penetration and highest efficacy of any alpha-hydroxy acid for exfoliation and anti-aging.
How It Works: Smallest aha (mw 76) provides deepest stratum corneum penetration. disrupts corneodesmosomes reducing cohesion. stimulates fibroblast collagen i and iii synthesis. efficacy is ph-dependent โ free acid fraction determines activity.
Typically Found In: Chemical peels,body lotions,anti-aging serums,exfoliating toners
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ primary aha
Secondary Functions: Brightening,collagen stimulation
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 1%โ10% cosmetic; higher professional
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic or fermentation-derived
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Fermentation-derived or synthetic. ph must be โค4.0 for aha activity.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low to moderate
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Photosensitizing โ mandatory spf use. start at low frequency.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Use with caution โ spf required
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu cosmetics: max 10% leave-on, ph โฅ3.5, mandatory sun protection advisory. professional peel concentrations regulated separately.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,ceramides,hyaluronic acid,spf
Avoid Combining With: Retinol in same step; multiple exfoliants simultaneously
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Glycolic acid's ph-dependent efficacy is critical: at ph 3.0 ~100% is in the free acid (membrane-permeable) form; at ph 3.5 ~70%; at ph 4.0 ~50%. the eu ph โฅ3.5 requirement reduces free acid proportion, lowering efficacy but also reducing irritation โ why professional peel concentrations at lower ph are far more active than equivalent cosmetic concentrations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,eu aha guidelines,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12