Puriste 5% Glycolic Acid Cream - The Best Face Ointment for Sensitive Skin and Improve Skin Texture

40 mL | 1.5 Fl. Oz.

The Puriste 5% Glycolic Acid Cream is the second step in our glycolic acid stepwise system, designed to be the ultimate all-in-one skincare solution for those struggling with sensitive skin, dry patches, skin rashes, red spots, and rough, bumpy skin. This dermatologist-formulated cream combines the power of pharmaceutical-grade glycolic acid with deeply hydrating botanicals to gently exfoliate, soothe irritation, and restore skin’s natural moisture barrier.

Why It Works

• Gently Exfoliates & Smooths – The 5% glycolic acid works to loosen dead skin cells, helping to improve rough, bumpy skin and reveal fresher, healthier skin underneath.
• Hydrates & Calms Sensitive Skin – Unlike harsh exfoliants, our formula is infused with vitamin-rich botanicals that help soothe skin irritation, reduce redness, and calm skin allergies.
• Targets Skin Discoloration & Red Patches – This cream helps diminish red spots, brown spots, and uneven skin tone for a brighter, more even complexion.
• Supports Skin Barrier Function – Formulated for dry, sensitive skin, this cream deeply nourishes and restores hydration, making it perfect for those with eczema, rosacea, or skin prone to irritation.
• Boosts Collagen & Fights Signs of Aging – Helps to firm, lift, and smooth wrinkles by stimulating new skin cell production and enhancing collagen levels.

Experiencing Burning or Irritation?

If you’re new to glycolic acid or have very sensitive skin, you may want to start with our 2.5% Puriste Glycolic Acid Cream before moving up to 5%. A mild tingling sensation is normal, but if your skin feels uncomfortably hot or burning, it’s best to allow your skin to adjust gradually with the lower concentration first.

Puriste 5% Glycolic Acid Cream vs. CeraVe SA Cream – Why We’re Better

While CeraVe SA Cream is a popular choice for exfoliating and smoothing rough and bumpy skin, the Puriste 5% Glycolic Acid Cream offers superior benefits:
✔️ More Effective Exfoliation – Unlike CeraVe SA Cream, which uses salicylic acid, our glycolic acid formulation penetrates deeper to increase cell turnover and provide faster results.
✔️ Better for Sensitive Skin & Skin Allergies – CeraVe relies on synthetic ceramides, while Puriste incorporates botanical extracts that naturally calm red patches, dry skin, and irritation.
✔️ Faster Skin Renewal – Glycolic acid has been shown to work faster than salicylic acid for improving skin texture and brightening dull skin tone.
✔️ Ideal for Multiple Skin Concerns – Whether you're dealing with rough and bumpy skin, dry patches, skin rash, or red spots, our formula hydrates, exfoliates, and soothes—all in one.

If you’re looking for the best face moisturizer for sensitive skin that also tackles dry skin, skin irritation, and uneven skin tone, the Puriste 5% Glycolic Acid Cream is the ultimate solution—far beyond what drugstore alternatives like CeraVe SA Cream can offer.

Directions:

Apply on cleansed skin daily and/or nightly. After results reach a plateau, you are ready to replace the 5% Glycolic Acid Cream with the 8% Glycolic Acid Night Cream for your nighttime skincare application. 

Note: We recommend "patch" testing for sensitivity on the neck area before beginning treatment. Due to the exfoliating properties of our products, we also encourage protecting your skin with an SPF after all product applications. Apply an SPF after the cream has fully absorbed into the skin.

Ingredients:

Aqua, glyceryl stearate SE, stearic acid, glycolic acid, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, coco-caprylate/caprate, glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, gluconolactone, sodium benzoate, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, Propylene Glycol, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, sodium hydroxide, xanthan gum