Hydroxylates are very popular lately on social networks and beauty blogs. Indeed, these are very powerful active ingredients whose benefits of exfoliating and anti -oxidant are widely recognized in the world of cosmetics. Alpha-hydroxyle acid is one of those high-end cosmetic assets, generally used by the most expert among us. Today in this article, we reveal its properties to you so that you use it in turn!
What is fruit acid?
Hydroxylated acids (AHA) come from fruit or plant extract. These active ingredients are at the origin of the chemical peel, and not mechanical, which brings a gentle exfoliation because it is without grains.
Acids are divided into 5 categories:
- Citric acids (oranges, lemons, citrus family)
- lactic acids (blueberries, apples, tomatoes)
- Malic acids (apples, bananas, pears, grapes)
- Tartrical acids (figs, pineapple, grapes)
- Glycolic acids (sugar cane, beet)
THE Aha Can be of natural or synthetic origin, the common goal being to restore radiance to your skin while getting rid of dead cells. Indeed, the fruit acid peel acts very well on the external layer of the skin, that is to say the epidermis.
What are the benefits of AHAs?
The use of hydroxylated acids whatever their nature must be done with precaution and knowing its skin type. AHAs are more effective and better tolerated by skins mixed has oily as well as skins mature. For dry skin and sensitive, it is better to turn to cosmetics with a weak AHA content or testing a part of your skin.
In general, AHA's maximum concentration in a cosmetic formula Excede not them 15% In view of its very high efficiency.
3 strong actions are attributed to hydroxylated acids:
- Cell renewal
Very good anti-wrinkle, hydroxylated alpha acids participate in the fight against free radicals. The latter are caused by stress, pollution, tobacco, fatigue, but also the sun. When dead skin is removed, skin regeneration is therefore faster, it is the antioxidant property of AHAs.
- Imperfections attenuations
Acneic skins suffer from unregulated sebum production, which is why using AHA cosmetics can be useful. The desired effect is the improvement of the appearance of the skin through its purification: no more microyste, decrease in the sudden appearance of pimples, scrubs of small marks left by acne.
Acids are also effective against imperfections of brown hyperpigmentation spots. Find a uniform and radiant complexion.
- Collagen production
The natural production of collagen in our body is reduced in quantity over the years. To compensate for the loss of elasticity of the skin, you have to think about its hydration. AHAs have this property of stimulation of collagen production in order to restore curve and this plump side to your face.
How to use AHA?
As explained previously, the first thing to know about hydroxylated alpha acids concerns their strong efficiency. This same efficiency that makes Aha, assets to use in its routine with a few precautions.
Born not mix with other assets such as retinol or Vitamin C Because it would cause extreme dehydration of the skin, strong irritations and redness.
Preferably apply in the evening, once a week maximum. The peeling effect brought by exfoliation will certainly give a boost to your complexion but also weakening it in the face of the sun's rays; It is imperative to apply a dose of SPF30 (at least) in the morning and/or during the following day.
The product is to be applied only in terms of cheeks, nose, chin and forehead, taking care avoid THE outline of the eyes. Indeed, the skin is much finer and therefore more vulnerable in the face of the pure and hard elimination of impurities by the AHA. You have to think about applying a moisturizer after using a chemical peel.
You now know everything there is to know about AHA acids, so you just have to replace your large grain scrub with a new exfoliating cosmetics. And if you hesitate between acids Aha and Bha, an article Previously written will guide you in your choice!
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