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

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3. Dermatologists Say This Star Acne-Fighting Ingredient Can ...

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   Like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), salicylic acid’s purpose is to exfoliate the skin, but the major difference is that BHAs are oil-soluble (AHAs are water-soluble), meaning they can dissolve the ...

4. Our Editors Put Salicylic Acid Serums to the Test, and These ...

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   As a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), salicylic acid works to dissolve excess oil and buff away dead skin cells—plus, it's oil-soluble, so SA is especially great for oily and acne-prone skin types.

5. Chemical peel - Wikipedia

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   This is the mildest of the peel formulas and produces light peels for treatment of fine wrinkles, areas of dryness, uneven pigmentation and acne. Alpha hydroxy acids can also be mixed with facial washes, serums or creams in lesser concentrations as part of a daily skin-care regimen to improve the skin's texture.

6. These Exfoliators Give Your Skin An Out-Of-This-World Glow

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   BHAs: Salicylic acid, which is a BHA, is the only acid that travels into the pore to clean deeply and reduce sebum buildup, according to Dr. Murphy-Rose. BHA is excellent for treating acne-prone skin.

7. Toner (skin care) - Wikipedia

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   Acid toners are formulated with the intent of chemically exfoliating the skin. [13] Glycolic, lactic, and mandelic acids are the most commonly used alpha hydroxy acids, best suited to exfoliate the surface of the skin. Salicylic acid is the most commonly used beta hydroxy acid best for exfoliating into the deeper layers of the skin.