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Direct acids & chemical exfoliantsRecommended: PM Slot
AHA & BHA Acids
Clinical Overview
Chemical exfoliants loosening intercellular desmosomes and dissolving sebum within follicular pores.
Epidermal & Cutaneous Mechanism
AHAs (glycolic, lactic) disrupt calcium-dependent cell adhesion in the stratum corneum; BHA (salicylic) is lipid-soluble and penetrates sebaceous ducts.
Addresses Skin Concerns
Comedones & congested poresDull epidermal surfaceSun-induced roughness
Recognized INCI Names on Packaging Labels
Glycolic AcidLactic AcidSalicylic AcidMandelic AcidGluconolactone
Compatible Synergies
- ✓Hyaluronic Acid & Polyols
- ✓Centella & Ectoin
- ✓Ceramides
Separate or Alternate
- ⚠️Retinoids
- ⚠️Pure L-Ascorbic Acid
- ⚠️Signal Peptides