Overview
KaviSkin is a specialized skincare company founded by Kaveh Alizadeh, who has created a unique line of products, most of which are intended for use by physicians or while under constant monitoring by a physician only. That’s because the two main groups of products offered by KaviSkin (Glycolic Acid peels and Salicylic Acid peels) contain a much higher concentration of active ingredients than most over-the-counter acne formulas. As we investigated the KaviSkin line of acne peels, we became convinced that only those affected by severe acne should consider these products, and only after careful consultation by their dermatologist or physician.

Featured Ingredients
KaviSkin offers two types of acne peels – Glycolic Acid peels and Salicylic Acid peels. Glycolic Acid is a known exfoliant and astringent. It has been shown to successfully treat acne, but since it is a member of the alpha hydroxy acid family, it tends to be less potent – and sometimes more drying – to the skin than other types of ingredients. KaviSkin Glycolic Acid peels come in concentrations of 20%, 30%, 40%, 50% and 60%, which are all too high to be used without doctor supervision. 

The KaviSkin line of Salicylic Acid peels includes formulas that contain Salicylic Acid at 8%, 15% or 25% concentration. These are much higher than the 2.0% solution that the most effective over-the-counter acne products contain, and much more than the typical person with acne will need. Therefore, even though Salicylic Acid is one of the most effective treatments for acne – and even though it is a member of the beta hydroxy acid group and thus less irritating than Benzoyl Peroxide or Glycolic Acid – the KaviSkin peels should only be considered by those with severe acne. Even in those cases, careful monitoring should be conducted by the customer’s dermatologist.

Web Site at a Glance
The KaviSkin web site is quite clear in its presentation. Information is well layed out, and information on all the products is easy to find and easy to understand. While the products are expensive (from $37 to over $200 per bottle), that has more to do with the high concentration of active ingredients. The KaviSkin web site contains one of the best explanations of the origins of acne that we have seen. In addition, there is a separate section to be used by physicians considering using these products on their patients with severe acne. 

Pros
- Uses Salicylic Acid, one of the best acne fighters available

- Clear and concise information about acne and the active ingredients

Cons
- High concentrated formulas only meant for those with severe acne

- No customer testimonials or free trial offered

Summary
After reviewing the products offered by KaviSkin, we are confident that these formulas will help treat acne for those with severe conditions. However, due to the high concentration of Salicylic Acid and other ingredients, we would only recommend KaviSkin for those rare circumstances. Those with moderate or mild acne would best be served to look elsewhere.