Mandelic acid molecule is larger than a molecule of glycolic acid, and therefore penetrates the skin more slowly, has a minimal stimulating effect and makes possible the application of peeling for the thin and sensitive skin. Moreover, peeling mandelic acid can be used in periods of high solar activity, because mandelic acid makes the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Mandelic acid slows down the process of melanogenesis (formation of pigment in the skin), thus virtually excluding the possibility postpilingovoy hyperpigmentation. This feature allows you to make mandelic acid peels for people with high skin phototype. Almond Peeling is one of the most effective in the treatment of acne, because mandelic acid is a strong keratolytic, affects the pathogenesis of acne, has komedonoliticheskoe and bactericidal action. As a result of peeling rate mandelic acid significantly improves the structure of the skin are stimulated endogenous collagen, elastin and other substances glikozoaminoglikanov intercellular matrix, increases the local immunity, and there is a pronounced lifting effect that is necessary for the correction of age-related changes. Methods of chemical almond peeling. For predpilingovoy training for 10-14 days before the course almond peeling recommended drugs with a small content (up to 15%) mandelic acid. The procedure itself is practically no different from the standard procedure of chemical peel. Beautician first cleans and degreasing the skin, then apply predpilingovy composition containing a small concentration of fruit acids, and then applied to the main team. The exposure of the skin - about 15-20 minutes. After the expiration of the time of exposure acid washes thoroughly with cool water. Finally applied postpilingovy cream, soothing the skin. In the early days of preparations containing mandelic acid skin is dried up considerably. Should not be afraid, it's perfectly normal. To reduce discomfort, to 2 times a day to use the post-peeling emollient cream.