Floreva Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Serum/Toner

Star Ingredients:

 

Our serum/toner is formulated with a powerful exfoliating acid and soothing botanicals:

  • Glycolic Acid (7%): An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that works by dissolving the bonds holding dead skin cells to the surface of the skin. This chemical exfoliation helps to reveal newer, brighter skin cells, improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, fade dark spots, and can help with congestion.
  • Rosa Damascena Flower Water (Rose Water): Known for its soothing, hydrating, and anti-inflammatory properties.2 It helps to calm the skin and provide a gentle toning effect.
  • Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water (Cornflower Water): Traditionally used for its soothing and calming benefits, particularly for delicate or irritated skin.3 It can help reduce redness.
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water (Aloe Vera Water): Provides excellent hydration, soothes irritation, and has anti-inflammatory properties, helping to comfort the skin during the exfoliation process.
  • Panax Ginseng Root Extract: Known for its revitalizing and energizing properties.4 It can help to improve skin elasticity and brightness.
  • Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract (Tasmanian Pepperberry): A powerful natural ingredient known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. It helps to reduce redness and discomfort that can sometimes be associated with AHA use.
  • Amino Acid Complex (includes Arginine, Alanine, Glycine, Serine, etc.): These are the building blocks of proteins and play a vital role in maintaining skin hydration, texture, resilience, and overall health. They help to support the skin barrier.
  • Glycerin & Propanediol: Humectants that draw moisture into the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and counteracting potential dryness from exfoliation.

How to Use:

Due to its exfoliating nature, introduce this product into your routine carefully:

  1. Evening Use Recommended: Apply preferably in the PM, no more frequently than once per day.
  2. Cleanse: Start with a clean face. Pat dry.
  3. Apply:
    • As a Toner: Saturate a cotton pad and sweep across the face and neck, avoiding the eye and lip area.
    • As a Serum: Dispense a few drops into your palms and gently pat onto the skin, avoiding the eye and lip area.
  4. Do Not Rinse Off.
  5. Follow With (Optional): Allow it to absorb, then follow with a hydrating, non-exfoliating serum or moisturizer if needed (e.g., Floreva Niacinamide Serum, or a simple hydrating cream). Avoid using other strong actives like retinoids or other exfoliants in the same routine initially.
  6. Frequency:
    • Beginners/Sensitive Skin: Start by using it 1-2 times per week.
    • Regular Users: You may gradually increase to 3-4 times per week, or every other night, as tolerated. Do not overuse.
  7. Sunscreen is CRITICAL: See Precautions.

Who Is It For?

  • Suitable for most skin types, but those with dull, textured, or aging skin will see the most benefit.
  • Not recommended for very sensitive, reactive, or compromised skin (e.g., eczema, rosacea flare-ups, open wounds) without patch testing and caution.
  • Ideal for individuals concerned with:
    • Dullness and lack of radiance
    • Uneven skin texture (roughness, bumps)
    • Enlarged pores
    • Hyperpigmentation (dark spots, sun spots, post-acne marks)
    • Fine lines and wrinkles
    • Congested skin and mild breakouts

Expected Results:

With regular and correct use, you can anticipate:

  • Brighter, More Radiant Skin: A noticeable improvement in skin glow and luminosity as dead skin cells are removed.
  • Smoother Skin Texture: Skin feels significantly softer and smoother to the touch.
  • Reduced Appearance of Pores: Pores may appear smaller and less congested.5
  • Faded Hyperpigmentation: Gradual lightening of dark spots and a more even skin tone.
  • Diminished Fine Lines: Improvement in the appearance of fine lines over time.
  • Clearer Complexion: May help to reduce breakouts by keeping pores clear.

Visible results depend on consistency, skin type, and the concern being addressed. Improvement is often seen within a few weeks.

Precautions:

  • Sunburn Alert: This product contains an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen (like Floreva Sunscreen SPF 50++++), wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards. This is non-negotiable.
  • For external use only.
  • Avoid direct contact with eyes and lips. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Patch Test Mandatory: Before first use, apply a small amount to a hidden area of skin (e.g., behind the ear or inner arm) and wait 24-48 hours to check for irritation.
  • You may experience a mild tingling, stinging, or redness upon application, especially during initial uses. This is often normal but if it's severe or persists, discontinue use.
  • Do not use on irritated, peeling, broken, or compromised skin.
  • Do not use in the same routine as other strong exfoliants (other AHAs, BHAs, physical scrubs), retinoids, or pure Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) initially, to avoid over-exfoliation and irritation. Introduce products slowly and on alternate nights if needed.
  • If irritation occurs and persists, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Store in a cool, dark place.

Ingredients: AQUA (WATER), GLYCOLIC ACID, ROSA DAMASCENA FLOWER WATER, CENTAUREA CYANUS FLOWER WATER, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF WATER, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, TRIETHANOLAMINE, AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL, PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT, TASMANNIA LANCEOLATA FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT, ASPARTIC ACID, ALANINE, GLYCINE, SERINE, VALINE, ISOLEUCINE, PROLINE, THREONINE, HISTIDINE, PHENYLALANINE, GLUTAMIC ACID, ARGININE, PCA, SODIUM PCA, SODIUM LACTATE, FRUCTOSE, GLUCOSE, SUCROSE, UREA, HEXYL NICOTINATE, DEXTRIN, CITRIC ACID, POLYSORBATE 20, GELLAN GUM, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL.

(Please ensure you specify the exact percentage of Glycolic Acid in the product title and description, as this is a key factor for customers. For example, "Floreva Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner".)

This provides a comprehensive overview for your Glycolic Acid product. Remember to emphasize the importance of sun protection with this product.