A Dermatologist Recommends This One Affordable Product For Scalp & Body Care

London-based dermatologist Aamna Adel, Ph.D., gave The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Solution a 10 out of 10 score in a recent TikTok video. 

The expert praises another video from content creator @Belallure, who shares her go-to methods for applying the glycolic acid treatment—and the list goes far beyond a facial exfoliant. 

In a second video, Adel reviews a tip from content creator @Natakochn, who applies glycolic acid on the scalp to ease oily roots. 

Adel notes that glycolic acid can help reduce sebum on the scalp, which naturally results in less greasy roots. She notes that this ingredient also removes product buildup and exfoliates flakes on the scalp. Adel recommends using the product on your scalp only once a week before you wash your hair. 

Given everyone has different tolerances for chemical exfoliants, like glycolic acid, start using it once a week for whatever benefit you desire and work your way up, should your skin be able to handle it. 

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Solution contains a 7% concentration—which is a fairly high dose for the face. For this reason, you may want to stick with using it on your body and patch test on your face and scalp if you think your skin can tolerate the strong exfoliant. 

We also have to mention: If you're using glycolic acid on your underarms, back, legs, and yes, even feet, you should always moisturize afterward. While the chemical exfoliation is great, it will dry out your skin and potentially compromise your skin barrier if you don't replenish moisture afterward.