Compounds derived from fruits and other foods. Common examples include glycolic acid (sugar), lactic acid (milk) and citric acid. AHAs promote exfoliation of the skin and remove the dead skin cells that collect on the skin surface. This ingredient is often found in anti-aging creams, masks, cleansers, and chemical peels.
Alpha hydroxy acid (AHA)
October 13th, 2009
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