Alpha-Hydroxy Acids

AHAs, or alpha hydroxy acids, are a group of water-soluble acids that are commonly used in skincare products for their exfoliating and skin-renewing properties. AHAs are a group of acids that occur naturally in fruits, sugar cane and milk and are an effective exfoliating acid that can be used to treat acne, scars, sun-damage and hyperpigmentation. They must be used in conjunction with a sunscreen due to their strong exfoliating action and removing dead cells which provide protection from the sun’s rays but cause the skin to look dull and lack of lustre. AHAs also increase skin cell turnover leading to a more youthful and radiant complexion and improved skin texture.