Glycolic acid peels partially neutralized

A partially neutralized glycohc acid peel formulation refers to the combination of the acid with a base for example, with ammonium hydroxide to yield the salt ammonium glycolate. The pH of this solution is then increased [mean pH is 3.8). 

Glycolic acid, an AHA, has become one of the most widely used organic carboxylic acids for skin peeling. Glycolic acid formulations include buffered, partially neutralized, and esterified products. Previous studies have recommended the use of a buffered or partially neutralized glycolic acid, which is safer than free glycolic acid. 

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