Alpha Hydrox - Enhanced Lotion 10% Glycolic AHA Anti-Wrinkle Review

Alpha Hydrox - Enhanced Lotion 10% Glycolic AHA Anti-Wrinkle - Walgreens ~$10

Time to review my favourite moisturizer for acne prone skin/scars/wrinkles~

A few years ago I had really bad acne which left me with a lot of acne scars & dark spots so I started looking for scar reducers and chemical exfoliators.

I bought this after looking at reviews for an AHA (alpha hydroxy acid/glycolic acid) exfoliator on makeupalley & paulaschoice.

AHAs remove dead skin cells from the skins surface without needing to scrub your face with physical exfoliators.

When I first started using it, it gave me a really bad rash on my cheeks and dried out the skin between my nose/cheeks which caused my skin to crack (painful)
I would recommend using it once a day at night with another moisturizer to get used to it if you feel that your skin is too sensitive.

Application of the lotion on dry skin can leave a slight white cast and sticky feeling but it goes away within a few minutes. I find that applying the lotion on slightly damp skin is the best.

The product makes your skin more sensitive (especially to the sun) so it might take some getting used to.

Also if you have active acne/open cuts on your face it will really sting so avoid those areas!

I used to have a deep line in my forehead but now it's hardly noticeable after using this lotion for a few months. I'm so happy my forehead wrinkle is gone!
With continual use my acne scars have also faded. My skin somehow became firm yet softer at the same time (in a good way).

I've had this product for about 1 year and a half & am only just finishing the bottle. I didn't use it for a few months but it still lasts quite a long time & for a cheap price.

PROS:

- reduces the appearance of wrinkles/dark spots/scars

- softens+brightens skin for a healthy look

- fragrance free
- cheap price compared to some other AHA products

CONS:

- increases skin sensitivity to sunlight 

- can irritate/sting skin & can cause redness upon application

- can be drying for sensitive skin

Overall this is definitely one of my favourite lotions. 
It really makes the whole appearance of your skin much better/brighter & does everything that it claims to do by lifting dead skin cells, revitalizing/restoring skin by renewing moisture & reducing wrinkles/scar/skin discolourations.
I recommend that you try this product out & if you do, remember to wear sunscreen everyday!~

Nixoderm (Acne Treatment) Review

A few months ago my dad went back to Malaysia & brought back this acne treatment.
My acne was getting pretty bad recently so I was pretty happy to have something new to try.

Nixoderm is a treatment for various skin problems as listed below

"Used externally for pimples, blackheads, itching, rashes, ringworm of the skin and scalp."

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:

Benzoic Acid 6% w/w

Salicylic Acid 2.5% w/w

Precipitated Sulphur 4.6% w/w

These ingredients help exfoliate the skin & get rid of bacteria.
Some nice advice is also included~

 

INSTRUCTIONS: Apply twice daily (morning & evening) for 7 days, then discontinue for 3 days & repeat if necessary.
Applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly will reduce stinging for sensitive skin.


Nixoderm is is a thick white paste which is slightly greasy/oily feeling. I only apply it at night, because if I go out I don't like to use this under makeup.
I've used this product for a few months & it is pretty effective for pimples. It really dries them out & brings them to the surface if you have "underground" pimples like me. It's actually a bit gross because when I apply it at night & wake up in the morning, the pimple is huge . . & crusty? haha sorry gross but that's what acne is = =;;  Either that or it's reduced in size.
The paste can really sting/itch/burn but I got used to it & didn't find it too bad. (I was too lazy for the petroleum jelly =o=;;) It also has weird smell but I don't really mind.
This product seems to work better for me than popular acne treatment brands like Clean & Clear's benzoyl peroxide persagel or salicylic spot treatment.
Although I'm usually not a fan of tub/jar packaging, I think it would be hard to put this in a tube since it's so thick.

I'm not sure if it works on my cystic acne, because those take forever to get rid of. TT-TT


PROS:
- helps reduce & dry out acne
- good spot treatment for acne to bring them to the surface
- cheap price (RM 5.90 ~ CDN $2.00 )
- no added fragrance ^^

CONS:
- stings skin & can cause redness upon application
- can be drying for skin
- can usually only be used at night unless you want to go out with white patches
- not available locally in Canada

Overall this is a great acne product that you should try if you have the chance. It's really inexpensive & effective against pimples while being able to treat other skin problems too (although I haven't used it for anything else o-o)

Thanks to my relatives who recommended this product to my dad ^^