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In Depth Info About Emu Oil Cosmetic Ingredients Alpha & Beta Hydroxy Acids Alpha and
beta hydroxy acids "burn off" the outer layer of dead skin
cells so healthier cells come to the surface. It improves skin texture
and color, unclogs pores, and allows moisturizers to be better absorbed.
The constant exfoliation does cause skin irritation, but if you can
handle it the results are a very dramatic improvement in skin appearance.
Alpha hydroxy acids are composed of glycolic (sugar cane), lactic
(milk) or citric (fruit) acids. Beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid),
a synthesized mixture of formaldehyde and monoxide. Has the same function
as alpha hydroxy acids. BHA is best used for oily skin. AHA's are
preferred for dry skin. AHAs work best in a 5% to 8% concentration
with a pH level of 3 to 4; BHA work best in a 1% to 2% concentration
with a pH of 3. Few cosmetic manufacturers actually state this necessary
information on their labels. Our Daily Shade Formula has an AHA level
of about 3%. (You're right, it's not on the label but will be as of
2002.)
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