✨ Let's Talk AHAs – Exfoliation for Every Skin Type ✨ Good morning Beauties 🩵 Today's session in skincare chemistry is all about AHAs (alpha Hydroxy Acids) – the secret sauce for brighter, smoother skin. But not all AHAs are created equal. Picking the right one for your skin type is key 🔑
Here's the breakdown of my current faves + why I use them differently depending on how my skin is acting:
🥄 Mandelic Acid (By Wishtrend) This is the gentle queen of AHAs-. She's got larger molecules, which means slower penetration = less irritation. Perfect if you're acne-prone and sensitive (the combo no one talks about enough). I reach for this when my skin is feeling a little reactive but I still want glow and texture refinement.
⚡️ Glycolic Acid (Isntree Chestnut Essence) The strongest in the AHA fam, thanks to its small molecule size. This one means business – it goes deep, boosts cell turnover, fades dark spots, smooths texture... but can be intense. I only use this one when my skin barrier is strong and always follow with hydration. If you're just starting out, remember: low and slow always wins with Glycolic acid
💧 Lactic Acid (Shani Darden) This one's my go-to for dry skin days. Lactic is exfoliating and hydrating – perfect when I want that baby-soft glow without drying myself out. Ideal for colder months or when my skin feels dehydrated but still needs a little renewal
✨PRO TIP: You don't need to use all AHAs at once. Alternate based on how your skin feels, and always pair with SPF in the AM – because exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive.
💬 Are you an AHA love? Which one's your holy grail – Mandelic, Glycolic or Lactic? Lmk what's worked (or not worked) for you! 👇🏼
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✨ Let's Talk AHAs – Exfoliation for Every Skin Type ✨
Good morning Beauties 🩵 Today's session in skincare chemistry is all about AHAs (alpha Hydroxy Acids) – the secret sauce for brighter, smoother skin. But not all AHAs are created equal. Picking the right one for your skin type is key 🔑
Here's the breakdown of my current faves + why I use them differently depending on how my skin is acting:
🥄 Mandelic Acid (By Wishtrend)
This is the gentle queen of AHAs-. She's got larger molecules, which means slower penetration = less irritation. Perfect if you're acne-prone and sensitive (the combo no one talks about enough). I reach for this when my skin is feeling a little reactive but I still want glow and texture refinement.
⚡️ Glycolic Acid (Isntree Chestnut Essence)
The strongest in the AHA fam, thanks to its small molecule size. This one means business – it goes deep, boosts cell turnover, fades dark spots, smooths texture... but can be intense. I only use this one when my skin barrier is strong and always follow with hydration. If you're just starting out, remember: low and slow always wins with Glycolic acid
💧 Lactic Acid (Shani Darden)
This one's my go-to for dry skin days. Lactic is exfoliating and hydrating – perfect when I want that baby-soft glow without drying myself out. Ideal for colder months or when my skin feels dehydrated but still needs a little renewal
✨PRO TIP:
You don't need to use all AHAs at once. Alternate based on how your skin feels, and always pair with SPF in the AM – because exfoliated skin is more sun-sensitive.
💬 Are you an AHA love? Which one's your holy grail – Mandelic, Glycolic or Lactic? Lmk what's worked (or not worked) for you! 👇🏼
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