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27 of 28 found the following review helpful:
 Excellent Level 1 Peel Apr 11, 2011
By A. Rogers
This is a review for the 35% Lactic Acid peel. I have sensitive skin that is dry, but also acne prone. I have some hyperpigmentation from past blemishes and hormonal birth control and the beginning of fine lines around my mouth.
I have used this product twice, once a week for the past two weeks. I follow the acne.org method, but the night before and the day of the peel I give it a break so my skin doesn't get too dry. Before I apply the peel I cleanse with Cetaphil and wait about a half hour until my skin is bone dry. The peel is in gel form, and application is easy with either a synthetic brush or cotton pad. I have experienced little discomfort while it was on my face, and then only at the sides of my nose. I left it on for 2 minutes the first time, and five minutes the second time. I experienced absolutely no frosting of any kind. I neutralize with a baking soda paste after rinsing with copious amounts of water, and follow with a thick layer of Vanicream, and once that is absorbed I put on a layer of Vanicream SPF 60, (great products if you have dry uber sensitive skin) I experienced minimal peeling on the sides of my nose about three days after doing the peel. I have had minimal purging, and while the hyperpigmentation is still there, my skin overall is more luminous. I also had the very beginning of fine lines along either side of my mouth and I'm happy to say that those are much diminished. In my opinion this is a wonderful mild peel.
I plan to get the stage 2 50% lactic acid peel after I am done with this, which will probably be a few months as even the smallest bottle is plenty for several peels. I encourage anyone looking into at home peels to read read read about them and use your head. This is strong medicine, and has the potential to seriously screw up your skin if you leave them on too long, you apply too often and don't give your skin a chance to recover between peels, or you begin with a too high concentration. I understand wanting perfect skin right overnight, but whatever issues or damage you are dealing with didn't happen overnight and I think it's unreasonable to expect one's problems to be solved instantly while still being gentle. It's a slow process and that bites, but your skin will not improve by being rough with it. Be consistent, be careful, and be kind to yourself and your skin.
2 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Great product. Have purchased before and will buy from this company again. Apr 15, 2010
By Paula Lewis
"Paula Lewis"
Great product. Have purchased before and will buy from this company again. I have bought other items from this same company. Quick shipping, reliable honest company. Thank You.
0 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Too Weak Oct 18, 2011
By lilibunny
I just finished my first treatment with this and I found it too weak for my liking. I barely felt any tingling when it was on, and afterwards, while my skin felt a tiny bit smoother, it wasn't the result I was looking for. This kind of peel could be good for those with sensitive skin, but I'm pretty average and it did nothing for me.
1 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 Burned, Blotchy, Redness! Beware. Jun 21, 2011
By Hawaiian Goddess
I've been using the Lactic Acid from skin labratory for a couple months now (also the Salicylic Acid 20%) . For a while things were great but then I started noticing that my face was looking older, and i'm only 20. I used it to try and get rid of some existing acne scars. I used it once a week, and since I've stopped my skin looks a lot healthier. Never left it on for more than 30 seconds, and I went through one bottle previously. The second batch may have just been bad I'm not sure, but it burned the hell out of my skin left it red and blotchy for hours. So for now i'll be sticking to my regular face wash, toner, and moisturizing routine.
5 of 15 found the following review helpful:
 PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS, SAVE YOUR SKIN. Dec 18, 2010
By Mansoor Ahmed
"Mans"
I had some problem with dark pigmentation on my neck due to improper care and sun damage. So, I bought Salicylic acid 30%, which worked charms and seen result. It solved 95% of my issue. Then I read about Lactic Acid being more effective for hyperpigmentation. I thought it would not hurt to give it a try. I followed every single instruction, the pre-application and post-application procedure. The greatest thing I ever did was I did not apply to my neck, I applied in my arms. After one day, I saw that the area which was regular color with my skin has darkened. I did not judge this because I know some stuff takes time to show effects. But I stopped using it as well. After 3 weeks, it has not faded, I still have that dark mark due to applying this. I am going to use Salicylic acid again and stop the use of this.
If you have issue on your face or other places visible, please help yourself and do not apply this. You will be embarrassed to go out for the next month or so. God knows how much more you will have to spend to fix the issues this stuff creates. Hope this helps someone and prevents the problem that I am facing.
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