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What are BHA's??

 Hey guys!!!

The other day I spoke about AHA's and the different types of AHA's and now it is BHA's. 

BHA's(Beta Hydroxy Acids) can get deeper into the pores to remove dead skin cells and excess sebum. It is oil-soluble so it allows it to penetrate deep into the pores and gently breaks up blockages that clogs your pores. That will help with lessening your acne and less visible pores.

If you have blackheads, on your nose especially, it can help getting rid of them without damaging your skin like the Biore pore strips do. Also prevents new ones from forming.

It could also help with Keratosis Pilaris(KP) in body washes or even body lotions/butters.

BHA's are good for all skin types, but especially oily, acne prone skin.

Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid is the most well known out of all of them. It helps reduce acne by exfoliating the skin and keeping the pores clear.

It helps with mild acne, blackheads and whiteheads, can help prevent future breakouts. 

Tropic Acid, Trethocanic Acid, Willow Bark Extract, and Beta Hydroxibutanoic Acid

These acids are Salicylic Acid derivatives and they do the same thing as SA. They are basically a different form of SA. 

One very important fact about Salicylic Acid is that it is related to aspirin meaning that it has anti-inflammatory properties that help to calm the skin and minimize the irritation. 

Salicylic Acid is a Salicylate, which is why it is related to aspirin, and if you have an allergy to that ingredient you need to avoid Salicylic Acid.

That is all the information I have about BHA's. Just remember if you are using AHA's or BHA's that you MUST wear a sunscreen! You should wear sunscreen regardless, but especially when using a chemical exfoliant.

What are some of your favorite BHA products??? Do you prefer AHA or BHA??



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