NATURIUM Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel 10% for dry sensitive skin
Glycolic Acid
Fruit Acids
Sodium Hyaluronate
Glycerin
Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract FruitAverage
- LowDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other products 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 flaky skin due to the presence of glycolic acid, which provides resurfacing benefits, though glycerin offers some humectant action.
- The formulation is safe for your dry and sensitive skin as it lacks prohibited or harsh ingredients.
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 .
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsUsers consistently praise this gel for its ability to smooth uneven texture and brighten dull complexions without causing excessive dryness, often noting it works well for acne-prone and aging skin. While many find it gentle enough for regular use, the gel texture is frequently described as slightly tacky or sticky upon application, requiring a moment to settle before layering other products.
Highlights
Improves texture Mostly Mentioned
- “makeup goes on smoothly”
- “skin looked clearer and brighter”
- “softens skin significantly”
- “creates a smooth base”
Brightens complexion Often Mentioned
- “brighter complexion”
- “radiant looking results”
- “fresher brighter skin”
- “glowy finish”
Gentle, non-drying Sometimes Noted
- “non irritating”
- “creamy texture”
- “gentle enough for every day”
- “moisturizes as well”
Helps acne/pores Sometimes Noted
- “keeps skin clear”
- “helps with congestion”
- “pores look smaller”
Sticky finish Sometimes Noted
- “feel a little bit tacky”
- “leaves sort of a smooth film”
- “takes a few seconds to absorb”
- “slightly sticky residue”
Tingling sensation Rarely Noted
- “little tingle”
- “slight stinging sensation”
- “active sensation on application”
- “bit of a bite”
Too strong Rarely Noted
- “not a starter glycolic”
- “strong exfoliant”
- “careful with sensitive skin”
- “can be irritating if overused”
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Questions and answers
How well does Naturium Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel 10% work for dry sensitive skin?
This exfoliant treatment offers moderate resurfacing for your dry and flaky skin, though an average fit means this skin type needs products with gentle hydrating ingredients, soothing plant extracts, and barrier-supporting components like ceramides to prevent irritation and boost moisture retention.
Which ingredients make this exfoliant a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycolic acid offers moderate exfoliation for your dry and flaky skin, while glycerin helps provide moisture. To better fit dry and sensitive skin, this type of product needs extra hydrating and nourishing ingredients, such as ceramides and multiple forms of vitamin C, to protect the skin barrier and prevent 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 do Fruit Acids do for dry sensitive skin?
Fruit acids help smooth dry sensitive skin and make it softer, but they may cause stinging if the skin barrier is fragile. Products for this skin type need soothing ingredients and gentle formulas to keep skin calm while improving dryness.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2021Archives of Dermatological Research, 1996
Where does this exfoliant go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This exfoliant goes in your evening routine once a week after cleansing and toning, followed by your moisturizer. This type of product needs gentle hydrating ingredients like glycerin and soothing plant extracts to keep dry and sensitive skin comfortable.
Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?
It is best to avoid using this exfoliant and retinol at the same time, as combining them may cause too much irritation on dry and sensitive skin. Instead, alternate the nights you use them or use the exfoliant in the morning and retinol at night.
How often should I use this exfoliant?
Start using this exfoliant just once a week in the evening, and if your skin tolerates it well and stays calm, you may carefully use it more often. An exfoliant for dry sensitive skin needs soothing and hydrating ingredients like glycerin and sodium hyaluronate to keep the skin comfortable.
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 because it lacks heavy, pore-clogging ingredients. However, it may cause mild tingling or a sticky finish, and dry skin needs products that also feature plenty of soothing and hydrating ingredients to keep it soft and comfortable.
Is this exfoliant fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Repeated 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, 2017Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012Fermented bilberry extract improved wrinkle depth, skin smoothness, roughness, firmness, elasticity, antioxidant capacity, and complexion evenness compared to a placebo in 66 subjects over 84 days.
Nutrients, 2024Topical application of oil-in-water creams containing wild bilberry leaves extract and seeds oil produced significant beneficial effects on the skin of healthy human volunteers.
Antioxidants, 2021Bilberry fruit extract incorporated into chitosan-based hydrogels demonstrated antioxidant, anti-hyaluronidase, and anti-tyrosinase activities, supporting their potential use in topical anti-aging preparations.
Antioxidants, 2024
Ingredients
Water, Glycolic Acid, Propanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycerin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11, Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract Fruit, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Lemon Fruit Extract, Sugar Maple Extract, Microcitrus Australis Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, Tocopherol
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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