In a recent press release, the manufacturer CeraVe announced the launch of its novel gentle and effective chemical exfoliating serum, which will be marketed as Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment. The novel skin-care product is formulated to assist in brightening the skin, enhancing skin hydration, and diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

According to CeraVe, the new Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment provides a gentle alternative to harsh physical scrubs, as it contains 5% AHA (glycolic and lactic acids) to boost cellular turnover on the skin's surface for noticeably smoother, radiant skin. The gentle formula promotes natural exfoliation and decreases visible signs of aging without causing flaking, in addition to its patented multivesicular emulsion technology, which provides a steady release of all-day hydration. Like the rest of the CeraVe products, this creamy, hydrating treatment is formulated with three essential ceramides to restore and sustain the skin barrier, as well as hyaluronic acid to boost hydration and licorice root extract to brighten and even skin tone.

According to the results of a self-evaluated consumer study conducted over 8 weeks, users of the new product agreed that skin felt smoother and more hydrated, and appeared more radiant directly after use. Moreover, consumers also attested to the benefits of long-term use, reporting that skin tone appeared more even and felt softer, and signs of fatigue were visibly diminished after 1 week of application with the new treatment.

The manufacturer indicates that the addition of the new AHA serum treatment expands the brand's line of antiaging products, each formulated with skin-renewing and hydrating ingredients to aid in enhancing the look of visible signs of skin aging while aiding in the restoration of skin's barrier with essential ceramides.

The manufacturer notes that as the skin ages, the natural renewal process and cellular turnover can begin to slow down, making it more difficult for healthy-looking cells to remain on the skin's surface. The manufacturer also states that the use of ingredients such as glycolic acid can assist in promoting skin's natural exfoliation to counteract this, while lactic acid exfoliates the top layers of skin to decrease fine lines and improve discoloration.

In a statement, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Hope Mitchell noted, "Exfoliation can be a beneficial step in a skincare routine, but what many don't realize is that chemical exfoliators, like the new CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment, can actually provide a deeper and gentler exfoliation as compared to physical ones. Glycolic acid, found in the new product, is a favorite skincare ingredient of mine, as its benefits are endless—from resurfacing dull skin to exfoliating for a brighter complexion. Paired with the essential ceramides found in CeraVe products, this new serum is perfect for everyone with any skin type looking to brighten and renew their complexion."

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