Glycolic acid and tromethamine
Work well together
Use them together in the same routine by applying tromethamine first and glycolic acid second to keep the skin comfortable. Tromethamine balances the strength of glycolic acid so it feels much gentler on the skin. You can switch to a lower concentration if you feel any dryness or irritation.
Glycolic acid products
- The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
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RoC
Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream
S$35.46
- First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub
- First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads
- Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum
- Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream
- St. Ives Apricot Scrub
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COSRX
AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner
S$16.86
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Dr. Dennis Gross
Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
S$141.06
- Pixi Glow Tonic
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Good Molecules
Overnight Exfoliating Treatment
S$43.99
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CeraVe
Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment
S$35.46
Tromethamine products
- BIOEFFECT EGF Serum
Questions and answers
Can you use glycolic acid and tromethamine together?
Yes, you can use glycolic acid and tromethamine together because this pairing helps maintain a skin-safe range while improving tolerance for all skin types.
Which goes first, glycolic acid or tromethamine?
Glycolic acid and tromethamine work well together to maintain a skin-safe range and improve tolerance for all skin types.
Are glycolic acid and tromethamine good for sensitive skin?
Glycolic acid and tromethamine work well together to help maintain an effective yet skin-safe range for all skin types. Lovi rates their compatibility as Superior.
Research on glycolic acid and tromethamine
Behind this pairing advice
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