Glycolic acid and bisabolol
Work well together
Use them together by applying glycolic acid first and bisabolol right after, because soothing bisabolol calms acid-induced redness. Glycolic acid exfoliates the skin, while bisabolol reduces irritation and supports the skin barrier. You can use a lower strength of acid or give your skin more time between applications if it feels sensitive.
Glycolic acid products
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The Ordinary
Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
SAR 72.29
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RoC
Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream
SAR 165.54
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First Aid Beauty
KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub
SAR 107.07
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First Aid Beauty
Facial Radiance Pads
SAR 129.00
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Murad
Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum
SAR 187.95
- Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream
- St. Ives Apricot Scrub
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COSRX
AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner
SAR 40.17
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Dr. Dennis Gross
Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
SAR 317.82
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Pixi
Glow Tonic
SAR 56.52
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Good Molecules
Overnight Exfoliating Treatment
SAR 77.61
- CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment
Bisabolol products
- NIVEA MEN Sensitive Post Shave Balm
- Catrice Under Eye Brightener
- The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion
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Aquaphor
Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment
SAR 60.00
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Paula's Choice
C15 Super Booster
SAR 50.00
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SkinCeuticals
Retinol 0.3
SAR 448.86
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Colorescience
Total Protection No-Show Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
SAR 402.00
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ZEROID
Intensive Cream
SAR 101.35
- Peter Thomas Roth Retinol Fusion PM Night Serum
- Mother Science Molecular Hero Serum
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BYOMA
Sensitive Retinol Oil
SAR 106.84
- EltaMD Skin Recovery Night Mask
Questions and answers
Can you use glycolic acid and bisabolol together?
Yes, you can use glycolic acid and bisabolol together because soothing agents help support barrier recovery and reduce the risk of irritation from acids. Lovi rates the fit between glycolic acid and bisabolol as work well together.
Which goes first, glycolic acid or bisabolol?
Glycolic acid is applied first because it is an exfoliating acid, followed by bisabolol to help soothe the skin and reduce the risk of irritation. Lovi gives this combination a High fit rating for sensitive skin.
Are glycolic acid and bisabolol good for sensitive skin?
Yes, glycolic acid and bisabolol work well together because bisabolol helps support barrier recovery and reduces the risk of irritation from the acid. This combination is especially beneficial for sensitive, reactive, and dry skin.
Research on glycolic acid and bisabolol
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