EXFOLIATING ACIDS: AHA; BHA; PHA and LHA
The term “acid” is a very barbaric term while these benefits are more than beneficial for the skin. Korean cosmetology is not outdone when it comes to its use, but we can quickly be lost between all the names and their effects on the skin. Acids are considered a kind of chemical exfoliator, as opposed to grain exfoliators. How ? They destroy the bonds between the dead cells accumulated on the surface of the skin, the latter detach to free the epidermis. Non-exfoliated skin can very quickly be suffocated, the complexion dulls, the skin becomes rough and rough but above all can become more exposed to the appearance of acne. My Little Korea has prepared this little guide for you to better find your way around these exfoliating acids!
🍋 AHA (ALPHA HYDROXY ACIDS)
Or fruit acids, it is a set that brings together several types of acids, each of which comes from a different source. Indeed, they are not all fruit extracts as its generic name suggests but from fermented milk, sugar cane such as glycolic acid. These acids have an effect on the surface of the skin and are soluble in water to act on the texture of the skin, and restore its natural radiance; by attenuating in particular on the brown spots. Glycolic acid is the most effective and powerful thanks to its very small size which allows it to exfoliate deeper into the epidermis. In addition to the known benefits, this acid acts slightly on the production of sebum.
Recommended for normal to dry skin
Concern: Hyperpigmentation
🍋 BHA (Beta Hydroxy ACIDS)
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Recommended for combination to oily skin
Concern: Acne, pores, blackheads and redness
🍋 LHA (Caprylol Salicylic Acid)
It is a derivative of the THERE WERE, salicylic acid. It acts on the skin both on its upper and inner layer. Its benefits therefore exfoliate dead cells such as WHAT? And THERE WERE but also the overflow of excess sebum that clogs the pores. acid LHA regulates sebum production to keep skin clean. It acts on acne and dislodges blackheads.
Recommended for combination to oily skin
Concern: Acne, pores, blackheads