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zua77 · Apr 30, 2011, 01:24 PM

I purchased 70% glycolic acid from MUA. I tried it full strength on my foot for 10 minutes today and did not feel a thing. I want to use it on my legs for hyperpigmentation and minor scaring from bumps. Does anyone know how much time I should leave it on for. The ph is .6. It came with an acid reducer but I am not sure a reduced version would even work.

1confused1 · Oct 23, 2011, 06:17 PM

70% is a lot and should only be used by a professional that knows what they're doing. I use it, but mine is only 10%

BayAreaLadyBug · Feb 1, 2012, 12:27 AM

I'm an African American woman in my 30's and I bought 70% glycolic acid on eBay last week for $8. I used it on my face but diluted the acid first. 1 tsp acid and 1-1/2 tsps water. I wanted to take it easy on my face the first time around. First I washed my face with my regular cleanser (Ambi bar soap), then I soaked a cotton ball with alcohol and cleansed my face again. Then, I used a make-up/paint brush to apply the acid over my entire face. I let it sit for 3 minutes then rinsed with ice cold water and baking soda mixed. After I rinsed, I mixed all natural Vitamin E oil ($3 at Whole Foods Grocery Store) and Aloe Vera gel (also bought from Whole Foods) and applied it to my face and went to bed. The next morning I rinsed my face with water and WITCH HAZEL, then reapplied the vit E and aloe mix to my face.

I did not peel but my skin was definitely brighter the next day, almost like a bleaching effect. I looked in the mirror the next morning and was WOWed by the results!! I'm definitely satisfied with my appearance but I wouldn't repeat the process as often as the bottle says because like I said it definitely brightened/lightened my face... A LOT... I'm not trying to turn white or light skinned, I LOVE my cocoa complexion, I just want to lighten my hyperpigmentation spots. Next time I'll spot treat.

I ALSO USED 70% GLYCOLIC ACID ON MY LEGS AND KNEES to no avail.

I DID NOT dilute the acid, it tingled a little when applying but no immediate results. I'll try it again but so far--- the face absolute immediate results'---- for the legs and knees not so much...

Hope this helps someone out there... 70% glycolic on the body and legs... NO RESULTS YET...

If anyone out there has remedies for hyperpigmentation on the inner thighs and knees please speak up!! You never know whom you may be helping!!

Peace and Blessings,
Bay Area LadyBug