NEOSTRATA Glycolic Microdermabrasion Face Polish
Works for
ExfoliationGlycolic acid, Lactobionic acidWorks well
“This one-step exfoliating polish provides instant skin resurfacing with 10% Glycolic Acid combined with professional grade alumina crystals.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: glycolic acid, lactobionic acid.
Anti-agingGlycolic acid, Lactobionic acidWorks well
“Glycolic Acid is a natural component of sugar cane that normalizes the skin’s exfoliation process refining the appearance of pore size and smoothing the look of fine lines and wrinkles, as it retexturizes skin.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid, lactobionic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Evens skin toneGlycolic acid, Lactobionic acidWorks well
“10% Glycolic Acid (AHA): Known to even skin tone, Glycolic Acid is a natural component of sugar cane that normalizes the skin’s exfoliation process refining the appearance of pore size and smoothing the look of fine lines and wrinkles, as it retexturizes skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, lactobionic acid
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Lactobionic acid, Glycerin + 8 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
arginine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: arginine, c12-15 alkyl benzoate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: lactobionic acid
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Lactobionic acidWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (lactobionic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Menthol, Menthyl lactate + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycolic acid~5.7–7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidAlumina~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaHydrogenated polydecene~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneGlycerin~2.4–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinIsononyl isononanoate~2–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateC12-15 alkyl benzoate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth
More about C12-15 alkyl benzoateGlyceryl stearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateAmmonium hydroxide~1.2–1.5%
Arginine~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineButylene glycol~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolStearyl alcohol~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholLactobionic acid~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed dead cells from the surface of the skin revealing a smoother, more even skin. PHAs tend to be gentler on the skin compared to AHAs (for example, glycolic acid). It also has hydrating properties and helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help calm down inflammation in skin and support restoration of the barrier function. It has an anti-oxidant effect as well. It can help reduce fine line, wrinkles and improve skin elasticity
More about Lactobionic acidPolyacrylate-1 crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-100 stearate~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix togehter and creates a nice product texture
More about Peg-100 stearateCetyl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphatePeg-75 stearate~0.3–0.55%
Dehydroxanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create thicker product formulations and stabilize emulsions
More about Dehydroxanthan gumCeteth-20~0.45–0.65%
Steareth-20~0.45–0.7%
Menthol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Menthyl lactate~0.15–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Glycolic acid, Alumina, Hydrogenated polydecene, Glycerin, Isononyl isononanoate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, Glyceryl stearate, Ammonium hydroxide, Arginine, Butylene glycol, Stearyl alcohol, Lactobionic acid, Polyacrylate-1 crosspolymer, Peg-100 stearate, Cetyl alcohol, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Peg-75 stearate, Dehydroxanthan gum, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Menthol, Menthyl lactate, Caprylyl glycol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| NEOSTRATAGlycolic Microdermabrasion Face PolishYOUR PRODUCT | ExuvianceTriple Microdermabrasion Face Polish | MesoesteticUltimate Micropeel | MDSUNSkin Exfoliation Pads | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 79% | 60% | 59% |
| Price | $82.50 | $62.40−$20.10 | $44.08−$38.42 | $4.00−$78.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 4 | 3 of 4 | 4 of 4 |
| Key difference | — | — | Lactic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"NEOSTRATA - Glycolic Microdermabrasion Face Polish" is effective for: Anti-aging, Exfoliation, Evens skin tone and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Exfoliating acids (glycolic acid 5.70% - 7.00%). In this concentration, they will have a noticeable exfoliating effect. They can also have an anti-aging effect and stimulate collagen production in a long-run. PHAs (lactobionic acid 0.50% - 0.80%) in this product also work for improving skin hydration. They might be even able to stimulate the production of skin's natural humectants and support the healthy skin microbiome.
- Humectants (arginine 0.95% - 1.15% and glycerin 2.40% - 3.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 75.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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