FAQs
Q1. What does 15% Glycolic Acid in Dermaceutic Turn Over Night Cream mean in practical terms?
A1. Most consumer AHA products use Glycolic Acid at 5–10% — well below the professional peel threshold. At 15%, Dermaceutic Turn Over Night Cream delivers a significantly deeper exfoliation than typical over-the-counter products, stimulating cell turnover, dissolving the intercellular bonds holding dead cells on the surface, and over time triggering a dermal response that increases collagen production. This concentration is sometimes described as a 'micro-peel level' — the results (improved texture, refined pores, faded lines and hyperpigmentation) are more pronounced than lower-concentration AHAs but the potential for initial irritation during introduction is also higher.
Q2. Why does Dermaceutic Turn Over include Squalane alongside Glycolic Acid?
A2. High-concentration AHAs can transiently disrupt the skin barrier and increase transepidermal water loss as the outer cell layers shed. Squalane — a stable, saturated form of squalene derived from plant sources — is used in Turn Over as a lightweight occlusive and antioxidant that compensates for this barrier disruption. Unlike heavier oils, Squalane is non-comedogenic, absorbs efficiently, and provides moisture retention without interfering with the exfoliation activity of the Glycolic Acid. It makes the cream significantly more tolerable than a plain high-AHA formula in a humectant base.
Q3. Is Dermaceutic Turn Over Night Cream safe for daily use, or is it better used 2–3 times per week?
A3. Begin with twice weekly and increase based on tolerance. At 15% Glycolic Acid, daily use from the start is likely to cause flaking, redness, and sensitivity — particularly for Indian skin tones (Fitzpatrick IV–V) that can react to aggressive AHA use with PIH. Once the skin adapts over 4–6 weeks, nightly use may be appropriate for many people, but dermatologist guidance is advisable at 15% AHA concentrations. The Panthenol and Dimethicone in the formula help buffer the drying and barrier-disrupting effects during adaptation.
Q4. Can Dermaceutic Turn Over Night Cream be used with retinol or brightening actives in the same routine?
A4. Not on the same night — combining 15% Glycolic Acid with retinol, vitamin C, or other AHAs on the same application would compound irritation risk significantly. If using retinol, alternate nights: Turn Over on even nights, retinol on odd nights. Brightening actives (niacinamide, kojic acid, vitamin C) can be used in the morning alongside Turn Over at night, as the morning application is separate from the acid use. Always apply SPF in the morning after any AHA use — AHAs markedly increase UV sensitivity.
Q5. How quickly does Dermaceutic Turn Over Night Cream improve skin texture and tone?
A5. Surface texture improvements (smoothness, pore refinement) are often noticeable within 2–4 weeks of regular use, as the Glycolic Acid accelerates shedding of the top dead-cell layers. Deeper changes — reduced fine lines, improved collagen density, faded hyperpigmentation — become visible over 8–12 weeks of consistent use. Results are cumulative: the longer the product is used correctly (with daily SPF), the more significant the improvements in skin quality.