Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) are essential for bright, radiant skin because of their ability to exfoliate and boost cell renewal. Two of the most popular are glycolic acid and mandelic acid. While they have a lot in common, there are distinct...
Table of contents Glycolic Acid or Retinoids? What is Glycolic Acid? What is Retinoid? Using Glycolic Acid and Retinoid Together Recommendation: Glycolic Acid or Retinoids? A lot of people are confused about which is better for keeping skin bright and...
If you’re a fan of glycolic acid, you’re well aware of its abilities to take on skin’s worst enemies—everything from acne to age spots. You know that like all alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), glycolic works by dissolving the cellular “glue”...
Oh, hey, have you met mandelic acid? Allow us to introduce you to the gentle, multi-tasking, high-performance AHA derived from bitter almonds and best known for its ability to effectively target acne, aging and hyperpigmentation while keeping it all totally...
