{"id":9944,"date":"2025-06-21T16:59:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-21T09:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/?p=9944"},"modified":"2025-06-21T17:00:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-21T10:00:27","slug":"glycolic-acid-la-gi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-glycolic-acid\/","title":{"rendered":"What is glycolic acid good for skin?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>What Is Glycolic Acid? Miraculous Effects And How To Use It Effectively<\/b><\/p>\n<p>In today's beauty world, advanced chemical ingredients are always a hot topic, bringing breakthroughs in skin care, including, <b>glycolic acid<\/b> is like a \u201cgolden key\u201d with the ability to brighten, rejuvenate and improve the skin comprehensive. But exactly glycolic acid is and why it is favored to that? Let&#039;s <a href=\"\/en\/\"><strong>, Dr. Nguyen Giap<\/strong><\/a> discover via this article.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9945\" title=\"glycolic-acid-in-the-virgin-skincare-cave-right\" src=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-quy-trinh-skincare-hang-ngay.webp\" alt=\"glycolic acid in the virgin skincare cave\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-quy-trinh-skincare-hang-ngay.webp 800w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-quy-trinh-skincare-hang-ngay-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-quy-trinh-skincare-hang-ngay-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-quy-trinh-skincare-hang-ngay-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-quy-trinh-skincare-hang-ngay-12x12.webp 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Main Contents <\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Clinic Overview<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-glycolic-acid\/#Glycolic_Acid_La_Gi\" title=\"What is Glycolic Acid?\">What is Glycolic Acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-glycolic-acid\/#Tac_Dung_Cua_Glycolic_Acid_Doi_Voi_Lan_Da\" title=\"Effects of Glycolic Acid on Skin\">Effects of Glycolic Acid on Skin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-glycolic-acid\/#Cach_Su_Dung_Glycolic_Acid_Hieu_Qua_Va_An_Toan\" title=\"How To Use Glycolic Acid Efficacy And Safety\">How To Use Glycolic Acid Efficacy And Safety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-glycolic-acid\/#Tom_lai\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glycolic_Acid_La_Gi\"><\/span><b>What is Glycolic Acid?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Glycolic acid is a form of <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-are-aha-and-bha\/\">Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)<\/a>, naturally extracted from sugar cane, this is a familiar ingredient in skin care products, known for its deep penetration ability thanks to the smallest molecular structure in the AHA family. This helps glycolic acid easily penetrate the epidermis, supporting the solution of a series of skin problems, from aging, acne to skin resurfacing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9946\" title=\"glycolic-acid-in-maid-tai-me-te-cover-leather\" src=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-viec-tai-tao-te-bao-da.webp\" alt=\"glycolic acid in viec tai tao te holster\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-viec-tai-tao-te-bao-da.webp 800w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-viec-tai-tao-te-bao-da-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-viec-tai-tao-te-bao-da-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-viec-tai-tao-te-bao-da-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/glycolic-acid-trong-viec-tai-tao-te-bao-da-12x12.webp 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Not only popular, glycolic acid is also thoroughly researched, becoming the top choice of dermatologists in treating common dermatological problems.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tac_Dung_Cua_Glycolic_Acid_Doi_Voi_Lan_Da\"><\/span><b>Effects of Glycolic Acid on Skin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Anti-Aging<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-skin-aging\/\">Skin aging<\/a> is a concern for anyone, Glycolic acid is known for its ability to stimulate <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/how-to-get-collagen-in-your-face\/\">collagen production<\/a>, an essential protein that helps keep skin firm and elastic. As we age, collagen breaks down, causing skin to sag and lose its natural plumpness. Glycolic acid helps combat this process by boosting cellular activity, smoothing out wrinkles and revealing younger-looking skin.<\/p>\n<p><b>Exfoliating Effect<\/b><\/p>\n<p>One of the highlights of glycolic acid is the ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/exfoliating-facial-scrub\/\">exfoliation<\/a>, Instead of mechanically cleaning the skin's surface, glycolic acid works by breaking the bonds between dead skin cells, allowing them to slough off more easily. This process promotes new cell turnover, unclogs pores, and leaves skin smooth, bright, and healthy.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9948\" title=\"bottle-serum-sour-glycolic-acid\" src=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/chai-serum-chua-glycolic-acid.webp\" alt=\"bottle serum sour glycolic acid\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/chai-serum-chua-glycolic-acid.webp 800w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/chai-serum-chua-glycolic-acid-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/chai-serum-chua-glycolic-acid-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/chai-serum-chua-glycolic-acid-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/chai-serum-chua-glycolic-acid-12x12.webp 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Improves Acne<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Acne is the enemy of skin, especially for those <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-oily-skin-type\/\">people who have oily skin<\/a>. Glycolic acid not only deeply cleanses, but also prevents sebum and bacteria from accumulating in pores, the main cause of acne. For inflamed or cystic acne, glycolic acid helps reduce irritation and speed up skin recovery.<\/p>\n<p><b>Safe For All Skin Types<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Thanks to flexibility, glycolic acid can be used on all skin types, from oily, <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-combination-skin-type\/\">combination skin<\/a> to dry skin. For <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-sensitive-skin-face\/\">Sensitive Skin:<\/a>just select products with the concentration of glycolic acid low and gradually increase when the skin has adapted.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cach_Su_Dung_Glycolic_Acid_Hieu_Qua_Va_An_Toan\"><\/span><b>How To Use Glycolic Acid Efficacy And Safety<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Select The Appropriate Products<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Glycolic acid is present in many products such as toners, serums, <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-right-moisturizer-for-your-skin-type\/\">skin moisturizer<\/a> mask and peeling of the skin. As a beginner, choose products with concentrations from 5% to 10% to get acquainted. Avoid combines glycolic acid with the composition, others, such as retinol or <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/vitamin-c-in-cosmetics\/\">Vitamin C<\/a> in the same time, in order to limit irritation.<\/p>\n<p><b>Use At Night<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Because glycolic acid thinning of the epidermis and increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight, it is best to apply in the evening. The day, be combined with <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/how-to-choose-right-sunscreen\/\">sunscreen<\/a> with SPF 30 and above to protect the skin.<\/p>\n<p><b>Gradually Increase The Frequency<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Start with 1-2 times\/week, then increase to 3-4 times\/week depending on the level of response of the skin. This helps the skin to adapt gradually and minimize the risk of irritation.<\/p>\n<p><b>Combine Moisturizing<\/b><\/p>\n<p>After using glycolic acid, the skin can dry steam or stretch lightweight. Therefore, the additional moisturizer rich ingredients soothe as <a href=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/what-is-hyaluronic-acid-for\/\">hyaluronic acid<\/a> or ceramide is very necessary to maintain moisture and balance the skin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9947\" title=\"close-up-lan-da-min-bearing\" src=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/can-canh-lan-da-min-mang.webp\" alt=\"close up lan da min mang\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/can-canh-lan-da-min-mang.webp 800w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/can-canh-lan-da-min-mang-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/can-canh-lan-da-min-mang-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/can-canh-lan-da-min-mang-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/can-canh-lan-da-min-mang-12x12.webp 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Note When Using Glycolic Acid<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Allergy Test:<\/b> Before apply to the entire face, try the product on a small area to test the reaction.<\/li>\n<li><b>Do Not Use The Continuous:<\/b> Glycolic acid should be used according to the cycle, in conjunction with the product, other maintenance to the skin has time to recover.<\/li>\n<li><b>Avoid The Sun:<\/b> The skin will be more vulnerable if not protected carefully when using glycolic acid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Video share the steps skincare for all skin types<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PBrxqhiMjB0?si=FJSgefBds6Q5uL-3&amp;controls=0&amp;start=14\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tom_lai\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Glycolic acid is not only a common beauty ingredient but also a comprehensive solution for many dermatological problems, from anti-aging, skin lightening to improving acne, glycolic acid is truly worthy of being a \"companion\" of the skin. However, to achieve optimal results, you need to use it correctly, choose the right product and be patient in skin care.<\/p>\n<p>Radiant, youthful skin is not only a desire but also the result of understanding and meticulous care. With glycolic acid, you have in your hands an important key to reaching perfect beauty from within.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You want to know the status of the current skin please contact Dr Nguyen Giap here<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5397\" src=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chinh-xuong-11.jpg.webp\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chinh-xuong-11.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chinh-xuong-11-300x300.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chinh-xuong-11-150x150.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chinh-xuong-11-768x768.jpg.webp 768w\" alt=\"Quy trinh lam viec tai doctor, Dr Nguyen Giap\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Video doctor Nguyen Giap direct advice facelifts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3cuhVwhUTyA?si=K4WaU0PjTRTQJNeq&amp;controls=0&amp;start=212\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccdSurgical services performed at hospital.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hotline: 0909 886 054<\/li>\n<li>Map:\u00a0https:\/\/g.co\/kgs\/iuwZLSV<\/li>\n<li>Aesthetic Association: :\/\/www.hoithammy.org\/index.php?m=tieu-chuan-1&amp;id=1532<\/li>\n<li>What clinic: https:\/\/www.whatclinic.com\/cosmetic-plastic-surgery\/vietnam\/ho-chi-minh-city\/phu-nhuan-district-ho-chi-minh\/dr-nguyen-giap-aesthetic-surgery-center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Glycolic Acid L\u00e0 G\u00ec? T\u00e1c D\u1ee5ng K\u1ef3 Di\u1ec7u V\u00e0 C\u00e1ch S\u1eed D\u1ee5ng Hi\u1ec7u Qu\u1ea3 Trong th\u1ebf gi\u1edbi l\u00e0m \u0111\u1eb9p ng\u00e0y nay, c\u00e1c th\u00e0nh ph\u1ea7n h\u00f3a h\u1ecdc ti\u00ean ti\u1ebfn lu\u00f4n l\u00e0 ch\u1ee7 \u0111\u1ec1 n\u00f3ng h\u1ed5i, mang l\u1ea1i nh\u1eefng \u0111\u1ed9t ph\u00e1 trong ch\u0103m s\u00f3c da, trong \u0111\u00f3, glycolic acid \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c v\u00ed nh\u01b0 m\u1ed9t &#8220;ch\u00eca kh\u00f3a v\u00e0ng&#8221; v\u1edbi<\/p>","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":9945,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[49],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9944","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-kien-thuc-chuyen-mon"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9944","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9944"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9944\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9951,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9944\/revisions\/9951"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9945"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9944"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9944"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/drnguyengiap.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9944"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}