[Ingredient Highlight] AHAs pt.1

🌼 What it is? •Alpha hydroxy acid •a chemical exfoliant •plants-derived acids •Water soluble > works on the surface of our skin •ph: ~3,5 •Forms: (Treatment) toners, serum, cleanser, ... 🌼Different Types of AHAs •Glycolic Acid •Mandelic Acid •Lactic Acid •Tartaric Acid •Malic Acid 🌼 How does it works? •Softens and dissolves the intracellular cement ("glue between the cells") •Exfoliates on the surface of our skin 🌼 Functions •Clears and prevent acne •Reduces redness & inflammation •Decrease the appearance of large pores •Fades pigmentation •Reduces fine lines and wrinkles •Anti inflammatory •Even out your skin tone •Promote collagen and blood flow 🌼 Compatible with: •BHA •Peptides •Azelaic Acid •Tranexamic Acid •Ceramides •Hyaluronic Acid •Alpha Arbutin 🌼 Best for: All skin AHAs are more gentle than BHAs. 🌼 Side effects •Can be drying •Can be irritating for you skin! •Can cause purging •Can cause break outs •Can cause overexfoliating 🌼 How to use it? •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? ♡