Customer Reviews

Alpha Hydrox AHA Enhanced Creme, Anti-Wrinkle Exfoliant - 2 oz

5 star:		(18)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

I have used Alpha Hydrox AHA Cream for many years and I'm really not even that old. I first got my hands on my mom's when I was about 10 and managed to burn the h*** out of my eyes. :) But shortly after that I would occasionally use it and after just a single use the results were visible: clear, smooth, porcelain skin. It helped clear all my acne scars and is keeping wrinkles at bay. I usually use this product for about a month at a time and then I begin to use it again when my skin appears to need it. If you are someone who will not go out without makeup, this can really help you feel more comfortable in your own skin. A thin layer of this and a little under eye concealer could be all you need and what a great feeling that is.

I used to use a store brand AHA cream but this product is worth the few dollars extra. The store brand I tried just didn't absorb as well as this product which is very important so that it does not get into your eyes while you sleep.

Please be advised to apply this lightly, especially if you are going to be leaving the house! If you apply a layer which is too thick to be absorbed, your skin will temporarily (for about 30 minutes or so) turn tomato red! The redness doesn't take terribly long to go away but just be forewarned.

Also, if you have sensitive skin, this cream may sting when you initially apply it but it should subside shortly after it is absorbed. Just remember, no pain, no gain. ;)

I've used this as well as Alpha-Hydrox's more expensive 12% 'souffle' and find they are both equally effective in suppressing fine wrinkles. The difference is the 10% version costs less and contains 2 oz, while the 12% version is only 1.6 oz and costs more. I guess you're paying for the word 'souffle' -- in actual look and texture, there is no difference between the two. I used the 10% for nearly 10 years, then switched to the 12% about a year ago. The more expensive 12% version worked no better than the less expensive 10% version. I'm going back to the 10% stuff.

I'm only giving it 4 stars because I still think the cheaper version is more expensive than it needs to be. However until someone comes along with a less expensive product, it's still the best AHA buy around.

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY THE BEST I HAVE FOUND FOR WRINKLES! FINALLY A PRODUCT THAT ACTUALLY MEET MY EXPECTATIONS! ANY BY THE WAY IT HAS TO BE THIS BRAND .......FOR SOME REASON THE GENERIC ONES DONT WORK.

FIND A WRINKE ON YOUR FACE AND CONSISTENTLY USE THIS PRODUCT.....AFTER 3 OR 4 WEEKS YOU WILL SEE THE RESULTS.....UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! DONT WASTE MONEY ON THE PRICEY ONES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I started using this creme about 6 weeks ago when I realized my 51-year old face needed more maintenance than it was getting. I'm a Florida native with blonde hair and fair skin, so after a lifetime of sun my face had issues with some sunspots and a blotchy complexion. I don't have problems with breakouts and only have a few faint "laugh line" wrinkles that I'm not worried about yet so this review won't address those issues.

Since I can't afford constant facials I did some research and developed my own skin-care regimen. Exfoliating dead skin cells is important so I decided an AHA product would be useful and ordered this creme and began using it most nights after washing my face. I leave it on anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour and then use an eye cream and moisturizing lotion. I had some very mild tingling the first time I used it but nothing after that - if you have sensitive skin you might want to try the 8% version first and work your way up to the 10%.

After doing this for about 6 weeks I can see a definite difference in my skin that can't be attributed to just the moisturizing. The sunspots are still there (and always will be) but they are much, much lighter and less noticeable. The blotchiness has evened out considerably and I feel like I could run up to the store without makeup and not worry about frightening small children. [...smile...] As I said, I don't have much in the way of wrinkles so I really haven't noticed whether this has done anything to clear them up or not. I doubt any skin product will do anything for serious wrinkles anyway, and if that's your worry you'll need to look into some kind of doctor or aesthetician's services.

I highly recommend this product for anybody who wants to get serious about taking care of their skin.

I've been using this product for the past 5 years. I'm 51 years old. My face was always prone to breakouts and of course I'm getting older. Since using this product my face has never, ever been clearer. The cream has actually reduced the look of acne scars, discoloration and dry patches. It's a freakin miracle in a bottle. Before trying this I had tried about 25 other beauty products and never had results like this. TRY IT.

I religiously used Alpha Hydrox products through the 80's and 90's until they disappeared off of drugstore shelves. I love the products; evens out my skin tone (sun worshiper for many years!), reduces fine lines, makes my pores almost imperceptible and brightens my skin. I am 57 years old and have been told I look 10 years younger! My skin looks and feels great! Excellent products reasonably priced. I am so very happy to finally have found Alpha Hydrox again!

i have used this product for many years. great way to rejuvenate skin every 30 days with daily use. it is inexpensive but works as well as pricey products. a must routine for over 50

I'D BATH IN IT IF I COULD. SINCE I STARTED USING IT ALMOST 15 YEARS AGO, I HAVE RECEIVED NUMEROUS COMPLIMENTS FROM PEOPLE ABOUT MY SKIN. IF YOUR SKIN HAS BLACKHEADS AND IS PRONE TO BREAKOUTS (MINE WAS), IT TAKES ABOUT TWO OR THREE WEEKS BEFORE YOUR SKIN BEGINS TO REALLY CLEAR UP, AND AFTER BEGINNING TO USE IT, YOUR SKIN MAY HAVE A SHORT PERIOD OF GETTING WORSE BEFORE IT GETS BETTER. BUT IT WILL, AND I THINK YOU WILL NEVER USE ANYTHING ELSE ON YOUR SKIN AGAIN... I WON'T.

I have been using this for a month now. I had sun damage, rough patches and uneven skin tone from pregnancies. The spots are gone, skin is baby soft, blemishes cleared up. Guys are looking at me again and I'm 30! I'm married, but it's nice to know that I look good....my husband noticed too. :) Couldn't be happier!

I've beeen using this product for 2 weeks and already I see results. I bought it because my skin was so uneven. I put it on at bedtime and I wear sunblock spf 30 during the day, which is key. My skin is so smooth and even now. I can't believe how fast it works.