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2. AHAs vs. BHAs: Which Chemical Exfoliant Is Best for Your Skin ...

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   What are BHAs? BHAs stand for beta-hydroxy acids. These chemical exfoliants break down oil and dead skin cells that clog pores. "The most common BHA is salicylic acid," says dermatologist Sheila ...

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   You use the first pad, which is soaked with five different AHA and BHA acids to lift away dead skin cells, then follow up with the second pad, which has retinol to fight wrinkles and lines.

4. Chemical peel - Wikipedia

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   It is becoming common for beta hydroxy acid (BHA) peels to be used instead of the stronger alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) peels due to BHA's being oil soluble. [6] Studies show that BHA peels control sebum excretion, acne as well as remove dead skin cells to a certain extent better than AHAs [ citation needed ] due to AHAs only working on the surface ...

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6. Butylated hydroxyanisole - Wikipedia

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   Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) is a synthetic, waxy, solid petrochemical. Its antioxidant properties have caused it to be widely used as a preservative in food, food packaging, animal feed, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, rubber, and petroleum products. [3] BHA has been used in food since around 1947. [4]

7. Alpha hydroxycarboxylic acid - Wikipedia

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   The FDA has warned consumers that care should be taken when using alpha hydroxy acids after an industry-sponsored study found that they can increase the likelihood of sunburns. [9] This effect is reversible after stopping the use of alpha hydroxy acids. Other sources suggest that glycolic acid, in particular, may protect from sun damage. [9]