Do you Alpha Hydroxy?
Do you Alpha-Hydroxy? Do you know what Alpha-Hydroxy Acids, also referred to as AHA, are? Did you know they are an amazing resource for helping so many skin problems? Wrinkles, dry skin, hyper-pigmentation, and rough skin can all be soothed with Alpha-Hydroxy Acids. Generally, Alpha-Hydroxy Acids work as an exfoliant by breaking the bond between the outermost layer of skin and the layer beneath. Revealing smooth, firmer more supple skin. AHA's are broken down into 5 general categories; Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, and Tartaric Acid. Let's chat about the 2 most popular acids how your skin benefits from each of these acids and where they can be found naturally. Glycolic Acid is the strongest of the acids in this list. You can find Glycolic acid naturally in fruits and plants that are high in sugar. These are the smallest molecules of the AHA's making them the most effective at dissolving sebum and other substances that bind to the first la