AHAs
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AHAs is alpha hydroxy acids, a class of chemical compounds used in skincare products to exfoliate dead skin cells and promote cell turnover.
Common AHAs include glycolic acid and lactic acid.
Products containing AHAs are marketed for reducing wrinkles, improving skin texture, and treating acne: My dermatologist recommended an AHA serum for my dull skin.
Organic acids for exfoliation
- glycolic acidSugarcane-derived skincare exfoliant
- lactic acidAnaerobic metabolism byproduct
- citric acidTart organic compound
- exfoliationShedding surface skin cells
chemical peel · resurfacing · complexion · pH balance · brightening · dead skin · texture · anti-aging
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alpha hydroxy acids
Organic acids for exfoliation
- glycolic acidSugarcane-derived skincare exfoliant
- lactic acidAnaerobic metabolism byproduct
- citric acidTart organic compound
exfoliation · chemical peel · resurfacing · complexion · pH balance · brightening · dead skin · texture · anti-aging · serum
revelation
Surprising disclosed truth
- illuminationProvision of light
- awakeningReturn to consciousness
- enlightenmentProfound spiritual awakening
breakthrough · satori · inspiration · discovery · clarity · lightbulb moment · eureka · flash of insight · brainwave · penny dropping
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- skincarecream, lotion, moisturizer, facial, serum
- Skincare Activesretinol, retinoids, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C
- exfoliating acidsglycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, alpha hydroxy acids, citric acid
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