Astringent No. 2 contains salicylic acid, essential oils, and healing extracts to fight oily acne prone skin. Feel refreshed while drying up acne, killing bacteria, reducing redness, and controlling excess oil production on the skin.
Oily, Acne Prone Skin, All Skin Types. Great for use after extractions and mild acne.
Salicylic Acid: Dissolves oil by softening keratin. Slows down shedding of the cells inside the follicles to prevent clogging.
Tea Tree: Known for its antiseptic and skin healing properties. It promotes strong healing for the relief of symptoms such as acne and other skin infections. The oil is a powerful germicide, fungicide, and antiseptic.
Witch Hazel: Removes excess surface skin oils.
Menthol: A natural cooling agent, anti-inflammatory and antiitching to the skin.
Arnica Montana: It is antiseptic, astringent, antimicrobial, antiinflammatory, anticoagulant, and it stimulates circulation and promotes healing.
Aloe Vera: Natural astringent, aids in healing and is very soothing and protective to the skin.
Tea Tree: Known for its antiseptic and skin healing properties. It promotes strong healing for the relief of symptoms such as acne and other skin infections. The oil is a powerful germicide, fungicide, and antiseptic.
Witch Hazel: Removes excess surface skin oils.
Menthol: A natural cooling agent, anti-inflammatory and antiitching to the skin.
Arnica Montana: It is antiseptic, astringent, antimicrobial, antiinflammatory, anticoagulant, and it stimulates circulation and promotes healing.
Aloe Vera: Natural astringent, aids in healing and is very soothing and protective to the skin.
After cleansing, apply to area to be treated followed by additional serums and moisturizers. Can be used as needed.
I noticed that GlyMed Plus Astringent is available in three strengths, how do I decide which is best for me?
GlyMed Plus Acne line is a very effective line for treating acne. Therefore, even the 2% can be very strong for some individuals. We recommend you start with 2% and if necessary, progress to 5%. The 10% can be used on areas with thicker skin like the back.
Is it always necessary to use an astringent daily?
The Acne Astringents are incorporated in a daily regimen for oily and acneic skin. Salicylic acid is an effective ingredient in controlling oil. Since it is the oil that feeds the bacteria present in acne, controlling oil will have an effect on controlling acne.
I love using Astringent No. 2 on my skin as it controls the oil. However, my skin gets very red afterwards. What can I do?
Follow the application of an Astringent with Daily Skin Clarifier to reduce redness and calm irritation. Because of the anti-inflammatory benefits of Bearberry Extract, Mulberry Extract and Licorice Extract, Daily Skin Clarifier is the fastest way to calm the skin after any active product.
Is this product safe for pregnant or breastfeeding moms?
No, salicylic acid is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers unless prescribed by a physician.
GlyMed Plus Acne line is a very effective line for treating acne. Therefore, even the 2% can be very strong for some individuals. We recommend you start with 2% and if necessary, progress to 5%. The 10% can be used on areas with thicker skin like the back.
Is it always necessary to use an astringent daily?
The Acne Astringents are incorporated in a daily regimen for oily and acneic skin. Salicylic acid is an effective ingredient in controlling oil. Since it is the oil that feeds the bacteria present in acne, controlling oil will have an effect on controlling acne.
I love using Astringent No. 2 on my skin as it controls the oil. However, my skin gets very red afterwards. What can I do?
Follow the application of an Astringent with Daily Skin Clarifier to reduce redness and calm irritation. Because of the anti-inflammatory benefits of Bearberry Extract, Mulberry Extract and Licorice Extract, Daily Skin Clarifier is the fastest way to calm the skin after any active product.
Is this product safe for pregnant or breastfeeding moms?
No, salicylic acid is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers unless prescribed by a physician.