[Ingredient Highlight] AHAs pt.1
đź What it is?
â˘Alpha hydroxy acid
â˘a chemical exfoliant
â˘plants-derived acids
â˘Water soluble
> works on the surface of our skin
â˘ph: ~3,5
â˘Forms: (Treatment) toners, serum, cleanser, ...
đźDifferent Types of AHAs
â˘Glycolic Acid
â˘Mandelic Acid
â˘Lactic Acid
â˘Tartaric Acid
â˘Malic Acid
đź How does it works?
â˘Softens and dissolves the intracellular cement ("glue between the cells")
â˘Exfoliates on the surface of our skin
đź Functions
â˘Clears and prevent acne
â˘Reduces redness & inflammation
â˘Decrease the appearance of large pores
â˘Fades pigmentation
â˘Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
â˘Anti inflammatory
â˘Even out your skin tone
â˘Promote collagen and blood flow
đź Compatible with:
â˘BHA
â˘Peptides
â˘Azelaic Acid
â˘Tranexamic Acid
â˘Ceramides
â˘Hyaluronic Acid
â˘Alpha Arbutin
đź Best for: All skin
AHAs are more gentle than BHAs.
đź Side effects
â˘Can be drying
â˘Can be irritating for you skin!
â˘Can cause purging
â˘Can cause break outs
â˘Can cause overexfoliating
đź How to use it?
â˘ALWAYS PATCH TEST!!!
⢠Introduce it slowly into your routine!
⢠And work your way up!
⢠Use it in you PM routine!
⢠Depends on your skin but 2-3 times a week should be fine
⢠Apply after cleansing & before moisturizer
⢠Apply it on your dry face
⢠Use it continuously
⢠Please wear SPF the next AM!!
In the next discussion I'm going to introduce you the different types of AHAs :)
Do you prefer AHAs or BHAs?
And any recommendations for the next ingredient highlight? âĄ