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Salicylic, Lactic, and Glycolic Acids: Explaining AHAs and BHAs in skincare
We have all heard about AHAs and BHAs and how we must use them in our routine to achieve the ultimate flawless skin. But has anyone explained what AHAs and BHAs are? When I shop for my products, the ingredients are labeled as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or lactic acid. So which ones are AHAs, and which ones are BHAs? What are AHAs and BHAs? AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids) and BHAs (beta-hydroxy acids) are categories of acids derived from natural or organic ingredients. AHAs in skincare a
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May 5th 2022
AHAs Vs. BHAs: What's the difference?
What are AHAs?AHAs are also known as alpha-hydroxy acids. They are referred to as fruit acids because they are commonly derived from sugar cane or other plant sources. Popular forms of AHAs include glycolic acid, lactic acid, and citric acid, although AHAs derived from sugar cane (glycolic acid) are the most widely used in skincare. The great thing about AHA's is that they are generally recommended for normal, dry, and sun-damaged skin as they can enhance moisturizing factors. What are BHAs
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Apr 8th 2022
How Does Salicylic Acid Benefit Your Skin?
In the constant fight against acne, there are a few key ingredients you should know about, and salicylic acid is number one. Salicylic acid is acne's biggest enemy. You might reach for spot treatment when you see a zit on your face. You put a product on a pimple overnight, and you might wake up in the morning with it dried up and much less noticeable.What is salicylic acid?Salicylic acid comes from willow bark and belongs to a class of ingredients called salicylates. Its structure is complicated
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Jan 27th 2022
The Anti-Aging Power of Vitamins
We are all aging. And as we age, the effects of time and gravity on our skin become more visible in the form of wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, and dryness. Many turn to topical treatments to combat the signs of aging. But did you know that there's anti-aging power in vitamins? The anti-aging power of vitamins is on the rise, and it's all thanks to the new research that has come out in recent years. Instead of targeting aging from the outside, many are addressing aging from the inside out w
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Aug 23rd 2021
How Niacinamide Makes Your Skin Happy
What is Niacinamide?
You've heard of retinol and hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C. Still, niacinamide is another significant
element that deserves its own time in the skincare spotlight. Niacinamide is
found in various foods, for example, green vegetables, yeast, meat, fish, milk,
eggs, beans, cereal grains and milk. You can also find Niacinamide in many
vitamin B complex supplements with other B vitamins.
Many
of these advantages result from niacinamide's possible anti-in
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Jan 19th 2021