5 Glycolic Acid Cleansers For Visibly Glowing Skin This Winter

If you struggle with a dull complexion, glycolic acid may be the skin-care ingredient missing in your routine. This alpha-hydroxy-acid (AHA) gently exfoliates to help reveal softer and brighter skin according to NCBI. While it’s commonly found in toners and serums, glycolic acid cleansers are becoming more popular on social feeds everywhere. Want to give one a try? Ahead, find five of our favorite glycolic acid face washes to help give your skin that radiant refresh.

L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Bright Reveal Facial Cleanser

This brightening cleanser works to minimize dullness and visibly reveal radiance thanks to its glycolic acid-infused formula. Use it every morning and night for improved skin tone, texture and clarity.

SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser

For a refreshing gel wash, opt for the Glycolic Renewal Cleanser with glycolic and phytic acid. It refines skin by targeting dullness and rough texture. It’s suitable for all skin types, from acne-prone to dry.

Peter Thomas Roth 3% Glycolic Solutions Cleanser

Dealing with skin that looks meh? Let this formula with 3% glycolic acid, vitamin B5 and arginine become your new daily cleanser. It addresses the look of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven texture to bring life back to your complexion.

Glow Recipe Blueberry Bounce Cleanser

The Blueberry Bounce cleanser contains hyaluronic acid, blueberry extract and glycolic acid for a deep cleansing — yet still hydrating — wash. It also has microfoaming bubbles that make cleansing your face feel like a party.

Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser

 For an affordable glycolic cleanser  with ingredients like chamomile, marshmallow, sage and yarrow, try this foaming formula. It gently cleanses, refines and minimizes the appearance of discoloration.

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