Photo by Selma DA SILVA on Unsplash If you’re chasing that smooth, luminous, “just-had-a-facial” glow, glycolic acid might be your new skincare hero. This powerhouse ingredient — a type of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sugar cane — works by gently dissolving the bonds that hold dull, dead skin …
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) have become a staple in many skincare routines, offering a range of benefits from exfoliation to improved skin texture and tone. Two of the most popular AHAs are glycolic acid and lactic acid. While they share similarities, they also have distinct properties that …
Photo by Irina Iriser on Unsplash Have you ever glanced at the ingredients list of your favourite skincare product and stumbled upon the term “phytic acid”? You’re not alone! This natural ingredient, found in nuts, seeds, and grains, often sparks curiosity. But is phytic acid a friend or foe to …
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio The word “acid” can sound a little intimidating and can conjure up thoughts of scary chemical burns. But when used at the right concentrations, acids are actually some of the most beneficial ingredients available in skin care.There are different acids for different skin issues and they …
This is the Full Ingredient List for Dermalogica Daily Glycolic Cleanser. Water/Aqua/Eau, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, PEG-6 Cocamide, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Succinoglycan, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, …
