Where can it be used everywhere?

The fruit acid can be applied to almost any part of the body. Either it is applied only selectively, or over a large area of the body. Under no circumstances should the fruit acid be applied to or come into contact with mucous membranes.

Fruit acid peeling should not be applied to the intimate area either. In the face, the eye and lip area in particular should be avoided and protected. It is recommended to apply Vaseline or a comparable fatty substance to protect the lips in order to prevent the acid from being accidentally carried over to the lips. Ideally, protective goggles should be worn during a high-dose fruit acid treatment so that acid cannot get into the eyes under any circumstances.

What percentage is right for me?

The different percentage values indicate the concentration of the acid. In a professional fruit acid peeling, the dose is gradually increased in order to accustom the skin to the corrosive acid and not to damage the skin. However, those who want to try out the fruit acid peeling at home and go shopping at the drugstore usually only get peelings of a few percent, because the damage caused by incorrect use can be devastating.

However, there are also high-percentage products available for laymen. A beautician or dermatologist with a lot of experience can increase the concentration individually and in a controlled manner to achieve the treatment goal as well as possible. In total, strengths of up to 70% or 80% can be used.

10% to 20%: This low dosage is suitable for beginners who want to reduce wrinkles or improve skin texture. Depending on the product, the peeling can be done approximately every 2 to 3 days.
30% to 50%: If you have experience with fruit acid peelings and have tolerated lower concentrations well in the past, you can also try higher-percentage products. The starch can improve wrinkles, pigmentation disorders, warts and skin damaged by sunlight.
It is important, however, that the skin is damaged after a peeling and should therefore not be exposed to too much sunlight for the time being.
60% to 80%: These concentrations are also more suitable for professionals and should rather not be used by laypersons, as the exposure time should be extremely short to avoid damaging the skin. It is recommended to have the treatment performed by an experienced dermatologist or cosmetician. At this strength, wrinkles, pigmentation marks and impurities can be removed. But acne scars and other skin changes can also be treated well.