Review: Worth it? Studio 35 Alpha Hydroxy Cream

Retrieved from: Walgreens.com

It's been a few days since I last posted! I've decided not to do my April 2015 Gripes because there was only one thing I didn't like in the month of April (Maybelline FaceStudie Master Conceal in Medium). I'm not going to waste your time by bashing it because this post is about the Studio 35 Alpha Hydroxy Cream! This post is basically a review and will cover:

1. Description
2. Claims
3. Application
4. First Application
5. Effectiveness

Without further ado, let's get to it!

1. Description: The Studio 35 Alpha Hydroxy Cream is a skin treatment and chemical exfoliator. Don't be alarmed by the word "chemical." It doesn't mean it's going to melt your face off. The Studio 35 uses 7.8% AHA that helps to gently slough off the dead skin you have on your face. What is AHA? Well, click here to view Wikipedia's take on AHAs. The Studio 35 comes in a tub with a black lid. To be honest, it doesn't look like much and I was hesitant about purchasing it because it looked so...unreliably plain. Nevertheless, I was desperate because I had the worst break out ever last year, and it left disgusting acne scars. Inside the tub, the cream itself is thick, white, and it smells like Elmer's glue. Yes, you read it correctly. Elmer's. Glue. Once you're desensitized, however, the smell is not as bothersome. 
2. Claims: According to Walgreen's website, the Studio 35 helps your skin by restoring its freshness, healthiness, and youthful appearance. It also states that it assists skin tone and texture.
3. Application: To apply, I use a cotton swab and scoop pea size to a dime size amount (and there's no reason why, it really is just random). You can use a spatula if you want. Then, with clean hands, apply to areas of your face/neck. Avoid putting it around your under eyes as that area is more sensitive than other areas of your face. This is super important especially if this is the first time you are using AHAs. I usually apply the cream by rubbing and patting. 
4. First Application: On my first application, IT BURNED LIKE A MOTHER! Holy crap! Well, that's an exaggeration. It stung on certain areas of my face (cheeks and around the nose), and it quickly abated. I also applied some to my neck, which didn't sting as much. It absorbed fairly quickly, and I used my Cetaphil moisturizer afterwards. There was no further reaction from it.
5. Effectiveness: I've been using this stuff for months now. I first used it every other 3 days until my skin was used to it. I decreased it to once a week when my skin started to peel (especially since I started using this during the winter). Once my skin got used to it, after two weeks, I returned to using it every 3 days. Then increased to every 2 days, and currently I am using it every other day. My skin has definitely improved! The majority of my scars have greatly faded. I have some scars that are starting to fade, and these are the deeper scars. Additionally, my skin texture is now SMOOTH! I do use this even when I have a few breakouts, and it stings! Note that I use this with my other skin care products. 

In all, I love this thing. It has improved my acne, acne scars, skin tone, and skin texture. I love it because this product lasts for so long! I'm not even halfway through the tub! Moreover, it's anti-aging! I'm 25, and anything to prevent wrinkles is a plus! Before I end this review, I want you to remember one important thing when using this: USE SPF 30 AND UP. It's better for your new skin after the cream has done its job!

If you have any questions, feel free to leave it in the comment below. I'll gladly answer your questions/concerns.

Best,

Aly

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