Nassif MD Detox Pads for dry sensitive skin
Glycolic Acid
Salicylic Acid
Lactic AcidWarning
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A poor match for dry sensitive skin; the products alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate exfoliation for your dry and sensitive skin due to the presence of glycolic acid and salicylic acid, which can be overly exfoliating and drying, potentially exacerbating dryness and irritation.
- While witch hazel and aloe barbadensis offer some soothing benefits, the exfoliating acids are not ideal for your dry skin type.
How to apply
- Use your exfoliant PM once a week to help with dryness. Start ⏳3 times a week only if your sensitive skin tolerates it well.
- Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toning, but always before your favorite moisturizer .
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and avoid any rubbing. Let it absorb ⏱ for a minute before layering.
- Since your skin is reactive and sensitive, apply the exfoliant on completely dry skin for better tolerance.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid the delicate eye area .
Questions and answers
Why does Lovi advise against Nassif MD Detox Pads for dry sensitive skin?
This exfoliant treatment is a poor fit for dry sensitive skin because its glycolic acid and salicylic acid can be overly drying and may cause irritation. An exfoliant treatment for this skin needs to offer safe, non-irritating hydration and barrier support with nourishing ingredients like ceramides and vitamins.
Which ingredients make this exfoliant a poor fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycolic acid and salicylic acid make this exfoliant a poor fit because they can be overly harsh and drying, which may worsen dryness and irritation on sensitive skin. An exfoliant for dry sensitive skin needs soothing, highly moisturizing ingredients and gentle hydrators like ceramides and vitamins that protect the skin barrier without causing irritation.
What does Glycolic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Glycolic acid can be too harsh for dry sensitive skin and may cause irritation, so this skin type needs gentle calming ingredients and deeply nourishing moisturizers to keep the skin barrier safe and smooth.
Acta Dermato-venereologica, 1995The British Journal of Dermatology, 1997
What does Salicylic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Salicylic acid is generally a poor fit for dry, sensitive skin because it is designed to clear out pores by removing excess oil, which can easily leave dry skin irritated. A product of this type needs gentle exfoliating helpers paired with rich, soothing moisturizers and barrier-repairing ingredients to keep dry skin calm and comfortable.
Where does it go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This product is a poor fit for your dry sensitive skin because its glycolic acid and salicylic acid can be overly exfoliating and drying, potentially worsening irritation. If you choose to use it anyway, it goes in the evening routine once a week after cleansing and toning, and before moisturizing. Skin of this type needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like glycerin, ceramides, and soothing plant extracts to protect and restore moisture.
Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to avoid using this exfoliant on your dry sensitive skin, as its exfoliating acids can be overly drying and cause irritation. Dry sensitive skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like glycerin, ceramides, and soothing plant extracts instead of strong acid treatments.
How often should I use it?
This product is a poor match for your dry and sensitive skin because its exfoliating acids can easily dry you out and cause irritation. If you still choose to use it, a product of this type needs gentle soothing ingredients like aloe and glycerin, and you should start by using it just once a week.
Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This exfoliant is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry sensitive skin, but the strong acids may strip away essential moisture and cause flaking. A product for this skin type needs gentle, hydrating ingredients like glycerin and ceramides to keep the skin barrier soft and calm without irritation.
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
Hamamelis bark proanthocyanidins strongly increased the proliferation of cultured human keratinocytes and reduced transepidermal water loss and erythema formation in SLS-irritated skin, whereas the polysaccharide fraction had no effect.
Phytochemistry, 2001A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.
Clinical Pharmacology, 2018Repeated short-contact 70% glycolic acid peels provided superior results in atrophic acne scars compared to daily low-strength glycolic acid cream or placebo in 58 women over 24 weeks.
International Journal of Dermatology, 2000Serial glycolic acid peels combined with a modified Kligman formula significantly reduced facial PIH severity in Indian patients compared to the modified Kligman formula alone.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2017Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Application of a cream containing lactic acid 12% and pramoxine HCl 1% significantly improved skin dryness, hydration, and itch compared with a nontreated control in 24 women with a history of dry itchy skin.
Cutis, 2004Topical 12% ammonium lactate produced a significant sparing of epidermal and dermal atrophy induced by clobetasol propionate in human volunteers, without influencing the corticosteroid's bioavailability or antiinflammatory properties.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992A lactic acid/ceramide lotion significantly improved skin moisturization and desquamation compared to no treatment in women with dry, rough skin on the anterior shins.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2020
Ingredients
Water, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Witch Hazel, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis, Chamomile Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Allantoin
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