EARTH SCIENCE - A/B Hydroxy Acid Night Rejuvenator (1 oz.)

In my many years of using every face product under the sun I've discovered what that works best for my skin are products with Hydroxy acids in them. I used to use a Neutrogena moisturizer with Alpha Hydroxy that was perfect and of course they stopped making it. The next best thing was another moisturizer they make which has Retinol. I was also buying a plain AHA product which had no moisturizer, it was just alpha hydroxy gel. I've used that for years under whatever moisturizer I had at the time and it works but I found it made my skin feel too tight. So this time when I ran out of the Neutrogena I decided to see if there was anything else I might try.A side note here, I have dull, very dry skin due to Hypothyroidism and regular (non-acid) moisturizers never seem to penetrate enough, they just sit on top of my skin despite frequent exfoliating. Products I've tried with various acid-type ingredients, alpha and beta hydroxy, glycolic acid, etc seem to actually penetrate, softens dramatically and gives me a sheen and glow that makes my skin look and feel healthy again. So that's where I'm coming from as far as my skin needs, if that helps anyone.I ordered this not entirely sure if it was a moisturizing product or purely an acid treatment, but I was hoping it would be both. I am thrilled, it's exactly what I needed: an acid product that's strong enough to work, but also has excellent moisturizing properties so it doesn't make my skin feel tight. I *think* it might be that they use hyaluronic acid along with the A & B hydroxy acids, but I'm not sure. It could also be the various plant extracts or all of the above, who knows. I just know that I LOVE it and it gives me the effects I've been spending years combining various products trying to get. As far as burning/stinging, it doesn't sting for me but I'm not very sensitive and I've been using acid products for years. If you have sensitive skin it would likely sting and I would suggest anyone try it only every few days at first to see if you are sensitive to it.As far as it feeling "greasy" as some reviewers said, I suppose it would feel that way on some skin types. My dry skin soaks it up like a sponge, but if your skin isn't dry or is otherwise very healthy it might feel greasy, in which case you probably don't need this type of product. That's just a guess of course. I did read one review complaining it was greasy and the reviewer said she used TEN PUMPS. That's insane and anything would feel greasy if you slather ten pumps of it on your face. I used three pumps initially and that was one pump too many, two pumps is plenty. Also, from my years of using this type of product I can say it's better absorbed on exfoliated skin. Exfoliate lightly though, don't irritate your face and then apply this immediately afterward or it WILL burn. Some reviewers also mentioned a strange scent, but I don't notice any scent at all, which is great because I hate scented facial products.I have no complaints with this whatsoever, it's exactly what I've been looking for. Oh, and MOST importantly: Earth Science doesn't test any of their products on animals, so you can feel good and do good buying their products. I'm a big fan of Earth Science.

I switched to this after retinol kept making me break out. Instantly healed my skin. No peeling. Moisturizes well and rejuvenates well.

So I had been wearing this product for about 3 months now only once or twice a week.The reason why I can't use it daily or more often is because even though it feels a bit oily once I put it on, it dries my skin out a lot on the after days (I have sensitive skin on the oily/combination side) and sometimes I even get a mild peeling.Used according to your skin's resistance and sensitivity, this side effect makes it a great exfoliator for fast and noticeable results.I started wearing this product right after finishing a bottle of the Age&Ble 2%salicylic acid serum (which helped control my acne but was TOO harsh and pricey) and my skin was in pretty bad condition: dull, a few but still constant breakouts, lots of dark spots and acne marks, uneven tone, and large pores around my nose.I am AMAZED at how much my skin has improved in general: the texture is smoother, lighter and clearer tone, minimize pore's appearance, sun spots and dark circles faded considerably (not sure if you should wear it around your eyes but I do. HA) and I also noticed a big improvement on the fine lines I barely had on my forehead and laugh lines.I also like the list of ingredients which are natural. What makes me the happiest after using soooooo many expensive products with no results, is THE PRICE.Some recommendations on my experience:-Be aware that you get a slight burning sensation for a couple minutes once you put it on and DO NOT exfoliate your skin just before using it or right after. I'd way at least 2 days.-Alternate with a good moisturizer to reduce flaking and dryness and so that your skin doesn't look patchy while it's renewing.-This is intended to use ONLY at night. Preferably right before lights out (UV exposure).-Wear a good SPF during the day.

I've been using this product for a couple weeks now. My skin is tighter and smoother, so I will say that I believe the product does what it says. Is it a huge difference? No, not really, but I do notice it. Now, I will say this: I'm only 28. I do have some fine lines, but I'm the type of guy that likes to take care of my skin before there's a major issues and it's too late. Like I said, I have noticed a difference. I wash my face, apply a toner, and then apply about ten pumps to my face and neck every night right before bed. I don't notice any tingling usually (I think I might have once or twice ever so lightly) but I absolutly hate the feeling it leaves on my face right before I'm going to lay down on my pillow. I've tried using less (not that ten pumps really amounts to much) but I can't stretch it out to cover the entire area, so I end up pumping two more times. So, I just start with ten and leave it at that. There's not too much of a smell, and I enjoy the fact that it doesn't have a lot of parfumes in it. My only complaint, which sadly is a deal breaker for me, is that it's a little greasy. For me, it's such a horrable feeling to go to bed with this greasy film on my face. I can just picture it getting on my pillow and sheets. If this doesn't bother you, however, it does work fairly well and I think you should give it a try.