Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

Frank Body Smoothing AHA Body Lotion

Lactic Acid: For Beginners

“If you are new to acids, lactic acids are for you,” says Hobson. Made from sugar or fermented milk this AHA has a larger molecule size and it is fantastic for those with dry, sensitive skin as it hydrates as it exfoliates. FUN FACT: Cleopatra was an early AHA adopter and took regular milk baths to improve her skin.

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Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA 2% AU

Clearing Skin Wash, Face Wash For Acne Dermalogica

Niacinamide + HA Serum – Viviology

Pure Retinol Eye Cream 15 mL by No7

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

C15 Super Booster, Paula’s Choice

Pimple Patches – Best Face Forward

OTHER ACIDS

Hyaluronic Acid: For a moisture hit

This acid is not like all the other acids. That’s because it doesn’t exfoliate, and yet it’s technically still an acid because its pH is lower than neutral. Hyaluronic acid is a humectant (which means it retains water) and is best known for its  heavy lifting on the moisturising front. The sugar-derived molecule is able to absorb up to 1000 times its weight in water and helps trap moisture in the skins surface – keeping it soft, dewy and line free.

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SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum

Retinoic Acid: The Time Fighter

This acid gets a lot of airtime – and for good reason.  ‘Retinoic acid’ is a member of the retinol (vitamin A) family of compounds. These are known collectively as ‘retinoids’ and are scientifically proven to improve the skin’s surface and structure by boosting collagen and elastin production by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

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