NEOSTRATA Glycolic Renewal Smoothing Cream 10% AHA Moisturizer — 1.4 oz, Texture-Refining, Non-Comedogenic

NEOSTRATA Glycolic Renewal Smoothing Cream is a 10% AHA moisturizer that gently resurfaces skin to improve texture and visibly smooth fine lines.

This lightweight, non-comedogenic cream blends glycolic and citric acids with nourishing emollients to slough away dull surface cells while delivering hydration. Formulated to keep an effective pH for high-strength glycolic performance, the cream targets surface roughness and unevenness without leaving a greasy finish. It’s designed for daily use on face and neck to help restore a refined, more radiant-looking surface over time.

How does this cream refine skin texture?

The formula uses a 10% concentration of alpha hydroxy acids—glycolic and citric—to encourage gentle exfoliation of dead skin cells and reveal smoother skin beneath. By promoting surface cell turnover, it helps reduce the look of rough patches and unevenness without abrasive particles.

• 10% AHA blend for chemical exfoliation
• Optimized pH to maintain acid effectiveness
• Non-abrasive, daily application suitable for regular use

Will this moisturizer hydrate without clogging pores?

Yes. The cream contains emollients like shea butter and humectants such as glycerin to deliver and lock in moisture while being labeled non-comedogenic, so it absorbs quickly and won’t leave a heavy residue. That makes it appropriate for normal to oily skin types that need hydration without added pore congestion.

• Shea butter soothes and lubricates dry-feeling areas
• Glycerin attracts moisture to the skin’s surface
• Fast-absorbing formula that won’t feel greasy

How should I use it safely in my routine?

Apply to clean, dry skin on face and neck once or twice daily as tolerated, avoiding the immediate eye area. Because AHAs can increase sun sensitivity, pair daytime use with a broad-spectrum sunscreen and consider evening use if you prefer to avoid additional sun exposure after application.

• Use after cleansing, before sunscreen in AM or as directed at night
• Start with once-daily application to build tolerance
• Use SPF during daytime to protect renewed skin

What improvements can I expect and when?

With consistent use, many see smoother-feeling skin and improved clarity over several weeks as surface renewal occurs. Results depend on starting skin condition, but the combination of exfoliation and hydration aims to reduce the visible appearance of rough texture, fine lines, and uneven tone.

• Noticeable texture refinement in multiple weeks with regular use
• Hydration helps temporarily plump fine lines
• Works best when used as part of a complete skincare regimen

Who is this for: NEOSTRATA Glycolic Renewal Smoothing Cream is intended for adults seeking a potent over-the-counter chemical exfoliant combined with moisturization. It’s suitable for those with normal to oily skin who want to improve surface texture and brightness while maintaining hydration. Avoid use on broken or irritated skin and introduce gradually if you have sensitive skin or are new to AHAs.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycolic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Decyl Oleate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Isocetyl Stearate, Ammonium Hydroxide, Arginine, Isostearic Acid, Dimethicone, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Dicetyl Phosphate, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Methylparaben.