Glyco Cream 6% (30 g)

Glyco Cream 6% (30 g) is a topical skin treatment that contains glycolic acid 6% in each 30 g tube. Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) used in beauty and skin care products to help improve the look and feel of skin. Glyco Cream 6% is commonly used for rough texture, dullness, fine lines, and post-acne marks when a clinician feels a milder leave-on exfoliating treatment is appropriate. It is applied to the skin, not taken by mouth.

How it works: Glycolic acid works by loosening the bonds between dead surface skin cells, which helps them shed more easily. In cream form, Glyco Cream 6% delivers this exfoliating action directly to the skin to gradually improve texture and tone.

Glyco Cream 6% (30 g) is a moderate-strength glycolic acid cream, so it is typically chosen when a lower-strength exfoliating product is not enough but a doctor still wants a controlled, leave-on formula. Because this is a 6% cream, it may feel more active than very low-strength options and can cause stinging or dryness at first, especially on sensitive skin. A dermatologist or other clinician may pick this strength for more noticeable smoothing while still keeping the treatment simple and topical.

• Rough or uneven skin texture
• Dull-looking skin
• Fine lines from sun damage
• Post-acne marks
• Mild acne-prone skin care
• Cosmetic skin smoothing

• Use Glyco Cream 6% only on clean, dry skin as directed by your clinician.
• Apply a thin, even layer to the affected area; do not use more than instructed.
• Avoid the eyes, lips, nostrils, and broken or irritated skin.
• Wash your hands after applying unless your hands are the treated area.
• Start with the frequency your doctor recommends; many patients use it once daily or less often at first if irritation occurs.
• Use sunscreen and limit sun exposure during treatment, because glycolic acid can make skin more sensitive to sunlight.

Each tube of Glyco Cream 6% provides glycolic acid 6% in a topical cream base. How often to apply it depends on the area being treated, your skin sensitivity, and your doctor’s plan; some people use it once daily, while others need less frequent use to reduce irritation. There is no oral maximum daily dose because Glyco Cream 6% is for skin use only, and the prescriber decides the schedule for this strength.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Glycolic Acid may include:

• Mild burning or stinging at the application site
• Redness
• Dryness
• Peeling or flaking
• Itching
• Temporary skin tightness
• Increased sun sensitivity

• Use only on the skin; do not swallow Glyco Cream 6%.
• This 6% strength may irritate more than lower-strength glycolic acid products, especially when first started.
• Do not apply to sunburned, cracked, or eczematous skin unless your clinician specifically tells you to.
• Avoid combining with other strong exfoliants, scrubs, or retinoids unless your prescriber approves.
• Use daily sunscreen and protective clothing because glycolic acid can increase sun sensitivity.
• Stop use and contact a clinician if you develop severe burning, swelling, or widespread rash.
• Keep away from the eyes and mucous membranes.

• Other exfoliating acids such as salicylic acid or lactic acid
• Topical retinoids such as tretinoin or adapalene
• Benzoyl peroxide products
• Abrasive cleansers, scrubs, or peel products
• Other prescriptions or cosmetics that dry or irritate the skin

Store Glyco Cream 6% (30 g) tightly closed at room temperature, away from heat, excess moisture, and direct sunlight.