Skin Type: From choosing harsh scrubs which was the standard practice to exfoliate the skin to choosing the right chemical serums according to your skin concerns, the skincare industry has come a long way. There are two different types of exfoliants – physical and chemical. While the physical exfoliators have been there for the longest time, the chemical ones are now going mainstream.
Chemical exfoliants are a great addition to our skincare regime. The skincare industry and beauty bloggers are all going gaga over chemical exfoliants. So you must have heard about it and if not let us have a look at what these are, how they work and which ones should you go for.
What Exactly Is A Chemical exfoliant?
Chemical exfoliants are acids that are used to remove the built-up of dead skin cells to give us new, healthy and radiant skin. They unclog your pores and even reduce signs of aging. It protects the skin against free radical damage and even helps dealing with acne scars, dull skin, dark spots, pigmentation. Chemical exfoliation removes the top layer of skin and gives way to a fresher new skin. Chemical exfoliation is gentler than physical exfoliation.
They come in various concentrations. The two of the most common types of chemical exfoliants are:
AHA (ALPHA-HYDROXY ACIDS)
AHAs include ingredients like glycolic acid, lactic acid, malic acid and mandelic acid that are water soluble. AHA’s help with enlarged pores, pigmentation, fine lines, texture and dark spots.
BHA (BETA-HYDROXY ACIDS)
BHAs essentially consist of Salicylic acid which is commonly used in skincare. BHAs are oil soluble and they dive deep into the skin to unclog pores and remove the excess sebum. BHAs are for normal to oily and acne-prone skin. BHAs are ideal to get rid of blackheads/whiteheads and acne.
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