What does it treat? Dull, Flat-Looking Skin Dead skin cells pile up faster than your body can shed them, especially after 50. That buildup is why your complexion looks tired even when you're not. Lactic acid dissolves the bonds holding those cells in place, revealing the brighter, fresher skin underneath. Rough, Uneven Texture That sandpapery feeling when you run your fingers across your cheeks or forehead? That's buildup. One session smooths what moisturizer alone can't. Expect skin that actually feels soft again, not just coated. Uneven Tone and Dark Spots Lactic acid fades discoloration by accelerating the turnover of pigmented surface cells. Over time, sun spots and age spots look lighter. Tone looks more even. Not overnight, but visibly, steadily. Fine Lines That Seem to Get Worse in Dry Weather When dead skin settles into fine lines, it makes them look deeper than they are. Clearing that layer softens their appearance immediately. With consistent weekly use, lactic acid also stimulates renewal that improves skin density over time. Products That Don't Seem to Work Anymore Your moisturizer, your cream, your oil — they can only absorb through what's on the surface. If that surface is packed with dead skin, they're sitting on top instead of sinking in. The Exfoliant clears the path so everything after it works the way it's supposed to. What are the ingredients? For information on "Key Ingredients" and their individual benefits, please see further down the page. All Ingredients: Water,Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Sodium Hydroxide. Who is it best for? Skin that's lost its light. Skin that looks dull, feels rough, and doesn't respond to products the way it used to. If you've been layering moisturizers and serums and still waking up to a flat, tired complexion, the problem isn't your products. It's what's sitting between them and your skin. The Exfoliant is for aging and sensitive skin that can't handle harsh exfoliants. Lactic acid is the gentlest of the clinical acids, and this formula is buffered with glycerin, aloe, and hyaluronic acid to keep irritation low. If glycolic acid has ever left you red, stinging, or worse off than before, this is the alternative that works with your skin instead of against it. Not recommended if your skin is actively irritated, broken, or sunburned. Let your skin calm down first, then bring this in. Once or twice a week before bed. That's it. How do I use it? Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin before bed. Avoid the eye area. Leave it on. Layer your Face Lotion or Super Cream directly over top. The acid works beneath your moisturizer while you sleep. Use once a week to start. If your skin tolerates it well after two or three weeks, move to twice a week. That's the entire routine. No extra steps. No waiting periods. No rinsing. A few things to know: A mild tingling is normal the first few times. If it stings or burns, rinse it off. Your skin isn't ready yet, and that's fine. Give it a week and try again. Always wear SPF the morning after. Exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive, and skipping sunscreen undoes the work. This is a weekly tool, not a daily product. More is not better. Your skin needs time between sessions to renew. How do I store it? Keep it capped tightly in a cool, dry spot out of direct sunlight. A bathroom cabinet is fine. The fridge works too, but isn't necessary.