Alpha Hydroxyacid for Sun Damaged Skin
Alpha hydroxyacids have been shown in numerous studies to improve acne
and can increase the thickness of sundamaged skin by 25%. The most common alpha
hydroxyacids used for treatment of these problems are lactic acid and glycolic acid. Alpha hydroxyacids
work very well when combined with Retin-A for the
prevention of precancerous skin lesions and also
this combination will reverse some of the changes of aging including brown sun spots, fine lines and wrinkles.
Instructions:
Start using the NeoStrata alpha hydroxyacid one week after liquid nitrogen treatment (if you have had this done).
After the one week period, use the product every other night for one week to the face, chest, back of the hands and other sun damaged areas.
It is OK to use the alpha hydroxyacid in the morning if you prefer. Men can use it as an after shave. Wait 15 minutes before applying make-up or sunscreen over top of the alpha hydroxyacid.
When using alpha hydroxyacid, apply to all of the skin in the area, not just to the spots you want to treat. This will treat microscopic lesions.
When you put alpha hydroxyacid on your skin, it will burn for a few minutes. This is normal. If the burning is too much for you, then apply cool water to the skin before applying the alpha hydroxyacid.
If you are not experiencing any problems with the product after the first week of use, you may start using it every day.
NeoStrata alpha hydroxyacid does make you more sensitive to
sunlight; so sun protection is needed.
You can use a sunscreen each morning after applying the alpha hydroxyacid lotion. This will help prevent further sun damage from occurring. We recommend a sunscreen with a SPF 15 or higher available here or at your local drug store without a prescription.
Use of the alpha hydroxyacid on sun damaged skin may turn precancerous lesions red. This is generally a good sign; the treatment is working.
If you like the product, you do not need an appointment to see the doctor. You can stop by the office during business hours to pickup more.
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