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ADVANCED SKINCARE - how to implement acids and retinoids into your skincare routine
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items If you mastered skincare basics, it is time to step up your game!
The first question you need to ask yourself is what “issues” you want to target.
There are various types of acids that target different problems; acne, redness, wrinkles, pores etc.
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AHA - GLYCOLIC ACID
AHA - LACTIC ACID
AHA - MANDELIC ACID
BHA - SALICYLIC ACID
PHA ACIDS
AZELAIC ACID
AHA - GLYCOLIC ACID
The benefits of Glycolic Acid include improved skin tone and texture, visibly smaller fine lines and wrinkles, unclogged pores, reduced acne scares and hydration. Always use glycolic acid in your night routine and use spf in your morning routine!
This is a more affordable option that still works great! It is used after cleansing the skin to smooth skin texture and to even out skin tone. It can be used up to once a day (always at night and don’t forget to apply spf in the morning).
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
Trust me when I say this is a must have product! It is a combination of vitamin c and glycolic acid that works even better in targeting dark spots, sun damage, fine lines, brightening and softening the skin etc. It is suitable for all skin types and ...
Vitamin C Glycolic Brightening Serum
This is a combination of glycolic and salicylic acid (10%) and is very strong so I would not recommend it for beginners. It is suitable for all skin types and helps with clogged pores, acne, uneven skin texture and even with hydration and fine lines....
T.L.C. Framboos™ Glycolic Resurfacing Night Serum
For anyone that does not like layering too many products - this is the perfect choice! It is a peel of mask that is used 1-2 times a week and promises to even out skin texture and target discoloration. I think it works good in brightening the skin, i...
Vinoperfect Brightening Glycolic Peel Mask
Another very strong exfoliator that combines AHA and BHA acids. I would recommend it only for people who are already used to acids in their skincare routine. It helps with discoloration, fine lines and pores and is used as a wash off treatment.
Skin Perfecting 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel
This Exfoliator from Dermalogica is used to smooth fine lines and wrinkles, unclog pores and even out skin tone. It combines glycolic and salicylic acid as well as gluconolactone (AHA, BHA and PHA). It is used on dry skin and rinsed off after 1-3 min...
Liquid Peelfoliant Exfoliator - Dermalogica | Ulta Beauty
AHA - LACTIC ACID
Lactic acid is used to treat hyperpigmentation, eliminate dead skin cells, support collagen production and increase hydration. Lactic acid is milder than glycolic acid. Always use spf during the day!
This exfoliation serum is sooo gentle on the skin and perfect for beginners! It is suitable for all skin types and helps with fine lines and wrinkles, skin tone and binding moisture. I absolutely love it because it does not irritate the skin even a l...
Protini™ Powerpeptide Resurfacing Serum with Lactic Acid
This serum with lactic acid helps with tightening pores, hyperpigmentation and fine lines. It is suitable for all skin types and used up to once a day on dry skin.
Good Genes All-In-One AHA Lactic Acid Treatment
AHA - MANDELIC ACID
Mandelic acid is gentle on the skin while also targeting skin texture, sun damage, hyperpigmentation and wrinkles and even helps with blackheads and acne (but I would rather use salicylic acid for treating acne/clogged pores and blackheads). It can b...
This Paula’s Choice liquid exfoliant is a mix of mandelic and lactic acid (8%) and is perfect for anyone who suffers from discolorarion, sun damage, dull skin and uneven texture. It is suitable for sensitive skin!
Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant
BHA - SALICYLIC ACID
Salicylic acid is used to treat and prevent acne, unclog pores and even in treatments for psoriasis and dandruff. Always start by using it only 1-2 times a week until the skin gets used to it, gradually increasing the frequency. Keep in mind that it ...
A very affordable and long lasting option for acne prone skin. This serum contains 2% salicylic acid so it is very gentle on the skin but still effectively targets clogged pores and oily skin. It is suitable for all skin types and is used up to once ...
Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) Blemish + Blackhead Serum
One of my favorite and most used bha exfoliators with salicylic acid. If you struggle with clogged pores, uneven skin texture and acne this is definitely something you have to try out! I use it every day, always on dry skin, before applying moisturiz...
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliating Toner for Clear Skin
This serum is great for everyone that struggles with breakouts and large pores.
Vinopure Natural Salicylic Acid Pore Minimizing Serum
One of my favorite products to clean acne and post acne marks. It helps really good against redness!
Deep Relief Acne Treatment with Salicylic Acid
PHA ACIDS
PHA Acids are used in treating skin ageing and hyperpigmentation. PHAs exfoliate the skin and stimulate cell turnover, which can improve skin texture and tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as fade dark spots and hyperpigm...
This treatment combines AHA and PHA acids to treat hyperpigmentation, fade dark spots and even skin tone. It is used as a “rinse off” treatment, leaving it on for 15-25 minutes and using it 2-3 times a week.
PowerBright Dark Spot Peel - Dermalogica | Ulta Beauty
I love this toner because it is very gentle on the skin while still removing dead skin cells and hydrating the skin! I use it almost every day.
Skin Refining Mild PHA Toner with 8% PHA for Gentle Exfoliation
AZELAIC ACID
Azelaic Acid is a must have in your skincare routine if you struggle with inflammation and uneven skin tone. It is much gentler on the skin compared with AHA and BHA acids and helps with discoloration and rosacea
This is my one of my top 3 azelaic acid products! It helps with redness and post acne marks. It has a creamy texture so I like to mix it with my moisturizer in the evening to minimize too many layers on the skin.
10% Azelaic Acid Booster for Redness Relief
Even though it is called a “mask”, I would say it is more like a creamy booster. It INSTANTLY softens the skin and helps with redness and post acne marks. If you struggle with redness and acne prone skin I definitely advise to try this one out!
Bouncy Brightfacial Brightening Mask with 10% Azelaic Acid + 1% Salicylic Acid
This is a great, budget friendly, alternative to the previous two products. It is used instead or mixed with a regular moisturizer and helps with acne and redness. Always apply spf afterwards (in the morning).
Azelaic Acid 10% Suspension Brightening Cream
RETINOIDS (RETINOL AND RETINAL)
Although Retinoids provide many benefits for the skin, their main goal is to slow down aging by targeting fine lines and wrinkles. It should be used every day, starting 1-2 times a week and gradually increasing usage to every day. Retinoids are used ...
This is a great retinol that also has vitamin c in its formula so it not only targets lines and wrinkles but also helps with brightening the skin!
CLINICAL Anti-Aging 1% Retinol Treatment
Even though this serum is a little pricey, it is absolutely worth it! It has a more expensive formula since it combines different retinoids for even better and faster results. It helps with wrinkles as well as acne and is suitable for all skin types!
Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum
Another retinol but with a different formula. Even though it also helps with fine lines and wrinkles, this one is more concentrated on acne prone skin since it combines retinol with salicylic acid. It is more suitable for combination and oily skin ty...
Retinol Acne Clearing Oil
Slightly different to retinol - this is a retinal serum that also targets fine lines and wrinkles but works a little faster than retinol. Products with retinal are usually a little more expensive than retinol but give faster results with less side ef...
Retinal ReSculpt Advanced Anti-Aging Overnight Serum for Lifting