Exuviance® Glycolic Perfecting Moisturizer

For normal, combination and oily skin wanting active daily Glycolic Acid resurfacing in a lighter, more comfortable texture than the Glycolic Expert Moisturizer, the Exuviance Glycolic Perfecting Moisturizer provides the same AHA, PHA and antioxidant formula at a concentration and consistency suited to patients earlier in their glycolic tolerance journey or those who prefer a lighter daily moisturiser alongside meaningful acid results.

A lightweight daily moisturiser with Glycolic Acid, PHAs and a Vitamin A, C and E antioxidant complex that perfects skin texture, improves tone and maintains a clear, smooth and refined complexion with daily use.

Who Is It For?

• Normal, combination or oily skin wanting daily Glycolic Acid resurfacing in a lighter, more comfortable moisturiser
• Rough, uneven or congested skin texture needing consistent daily acid renewal
• Those wanting a step up from a basic moisturiser but not yet ready for the Glycolic Expert Moisturizer's concentration
• Anyone wanting daily acid renewal without heaviness or richness
• Those building towards the Glycolic Expert Moisturizer as their tolerance develops

How Does It Work?

Glycolic Acid at a perfecting daily-use concentration accelerates surface cell turnover, loosens dead skin cell bonds, improves skin texture and tone and stimulates collagen production with consistent daily use. Gluconolactone PHA provides additional gentle exfoliation and barrier support. The Vitamin A, C and E antioxidant complex protects against free radical damage from UV and environmental sources. The lighter texture makes it comfortable for daily use on normal to oily skin without any heaviness.

Key Ingredients

• Glycolic Acid: Daily resurfacing AHA that smooths skin texture, improves tone and stimulates collagen production with consistent use. At a perfecting daily concentration, suitable for those building glycolic tolerance before progressing to the Expert formula.
• Gluconolactone (PHA): Additional gentle exfoliation and barrier support throughout the daily glycolic moisturising step.
• Vitamins A, C and E: Comprehensive antioxidant protection against UV-induced and environmental free radical damage alongside skin renewal support.

Benefits

• Daily Glycolic Acid resurfacing and renewal in a lightweight moisturiser
• Improves skin texture, tone, pore appearance and radiance
• Lighter texture than Glycolic Expert for more comfortable daily wear
• Antioxidant protection from Vitamins A, C and E
• Suitable for normal, combination and oily skin
• Step up from basic moisturisers with meaningful active results

What Results Can You Expect?

At 2 to 4 weeks: smoother, clearer and more refined skin with consistent daily use. At 6 weeks: improved overall skin texture, tone and radiance. Long-term: pore appearance, skin tone and fine lines continue to improve progressively with consistent daily use.

How We Use It at Face for Soul

As a pharmacist prescriber specialising in skin health, Glycolic Perfecting Moisturizer is my recommended daily moisturiser for normal to oily skin patients wanting active glycolic resurfacing at a lighter, more accessible level than the Expert formula. For patients who are new to daily glycolic use or who prefer a lighter texture, this is the appropriate starting point. As tolerance develops and results plateau, progressing to Glycolic Expert Moisturizer is the logical next step.

How to Use

Apply to cleansed skin on the face and neck in the evening as your moisturising step. Always apply SPF 30 or higher every morning. Pair with: Exuviance Deep Clean AHA Cleanser or Gentle Cream Cleanser depending on skin type, and Exuviance HydraPrep Toner for an active toning step before moisturiser.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Glycolic Perfecting and Glycolic Expert?
Glycolic Perfecting has a lighter texture and a lower active concentration suited to normal to oily skin beginning or maintaining a glycolic routine. Glycolic Expert has a higher active concentration for experienced users wanting maximum daily resurfacing results. Progress from Perfecting to Expert as tolerance is established.

Do I need to use SPF?
Yes. This product contains Glycolic Acid which increases sun sensitivity. Always apply SPF 30 or higher every morning.

Can I use it with tretinoin?
Use on alternate evenings to tretinoin rather than simultaneously to avoid over-exfoliation.

Is it pregnancy safe?
We do not recommend AHA products during pregnancy without clinician guidance. Please consult your midwife or obstetrician.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
The Glycolic Acid content makes this product unsuitable for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin. For sensitive skin, we recommend Exuviance A.G.E. Less Everyday or Overnight Transformation Complex.

Does it clog pores?
No. The formula is non-comedogenic.

Is it vegan?
Please contact us to confirm vegan status for this specific product as Exuviance formulations can vary.

Is it cruelty-free?
Yes. Exuviance does not test on animals.

Clinical Insight

As a pharmacist prescriber specialising in skin health, Glycolic Perfecting Moisturizer is the daily glycolic starting point for patients who want active resurfacing from their moisturiser but are not yet ready for Expert-level concentration. It is an efficient way to introduce consistent glycolic renewal without the barrier disruption risk of starting at maximum concentration.

Research and Evidence

Glycolic Acid's mechanism of daily surface renewal and collagen stimulation is established in over 30 years of published dermatological literature. PHAs' complementary mechanism is documented through Exuviance founder research. Vitamins A, C and E synergistic antioxidant protection is confirmed in published photobiology research.

How Does It Compare?

Glycolic Perfecting vs Glycolic Expert: Lower concentration, lighter texture. Starting point before progressing to Expert as tolerance develops.

Glycolic Perfecting vs Exuviance A.G.E. Less Everyday: A.G.E. Less Everyday targets glycation damage in a fragrance-free oil-free formula. Glycolic Perfecting provides active Glycolic resurfacing for oily skin. Different primary mechanisms, different skin type targets.

Complete Your Routine

Evening: Exuviance Deep Clean AHA Cleanser or Gentle Cream Cleanser, Exuviance HydraPrep Toner, Exuviance Radiance Serum, Exuviance Glycolic Perfecting Moisturizer. Morning: cleanser, toner, serum, Exuviance Daily Corrector SPF 35.

Why Buy From Face for Soul?

At Face for Soul, Glycolic Perfecting Moisturizer is the first step in the glycolic moisturiser progression within the Exuviance range. As a prescriber who builds progressive routines, starting at the right concentration for the patient's current tolerance is the most sustainable path to long-term results. Contact us before ordering if you need guidance on which level of glycolic moisturiser is appropriate for your skin.