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Exfoliating with “The Ordinary” 30% Aha with the 7% Glycolic Acid Toner

I use the ordinary’s 7% glycolic acid toner twice a week (Sunday and Wednesday night). I’m looking into getting the 30% aha exfoliator and wasn’t sure about how often I can exfoliate with it. If I use the 30% aha on Sunday can I use my 7% glycolic acid on Wednesday or should the 30% aha be the only one I use all week? I have sensitive/combo skin but I’ve never had any irritation issues with my 7% toner and I’m trying to fade scars with something a bit stronger like the 30%. Any thoughts?
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Re: Exfoliating with “The Ordinary” 30% Aha with the 7% Glycolic Acid Toner

@onyxember if you have sensitive skin, definitely space the two products out.  I exfoliate every night so my skin is pretty tolerant to acids.  I use the toner every night, and the peel up to 2 times a week.  But even though I use them quite regularly, the peel always stings! The first time I used it, I couldn't keep it on for more than a couple minutes because it was so itchy.  I'm able to keep it on for much longer now, but just wanted to give you a heads up since you have sensitive skin.  

Re: Exfoliating with “The Ordinary” 30% Aha with the 7% Glycolic Acid Toner

Since you have sensitive skin I'd recommend choosing either the ordinary for once a week or your other exfoliant for every other day. Trial and error is always an adjustment period but see what works best for you.

RE: Re: Exfoliating with “The Ordinary” 30% Aha with the 7% Glycolic Acid Toner

Thanks so much cricket! Your answer was really helpful!
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