Glycolic Acid 70 - Ingredient Must Be Diluted Before Use - 1 fl oz / 30 ml

1 fl oz / 30 ml Description: Glycolic acid is a naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acids (or AHAs). Synonym: hydroacetic acid. Clear, slightly yellowish liquid. Characteristic odor. Concentration: 70% (30% water). Grade: CG. pH Value 0.5-2.0. Easily soluble in water.   CAS: 79-14-1   INCI Name: Glycolic acid   Benefits: Can reduce the appearance of fine lines, irregular pigmentation, age spots & decreases enlarged pores Very useful in exfoliating products as alpha-hydroxy acid peel, or in creams & lotions at a lower concentration for a more gentle acid-based peel Widely used to rejuvenate the skin by encouraging the shedding of old surface skin cells   Use: Typical use level is between 1-20% (final concentration of glycolic acid).  For making a 10% AHA peel, use about 14.5% of glycolic acid 70, making a 5% AHA peel, use about 7.2%. For home use, it is not recommended to make AHA peels higher than 20% (equals about 28.5% of glycolic acid). Important: Do not use glycolic acid