18/01/2026
When it comes to smoother, brighter skin, chemical exfoliants can be game-changers. Two of the most talked-about? Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs). While they both exfoliate, they work in very different ways.
🌿 Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)
• Water-soluble exfoliants
• Work on the surface of the skin
• Help remove dead skin cells, boost glow, and improve texture
• Great for dry, dull, sun-damaged, or aging skin
• Common AHAs: glycolic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid
✨ Benefits: smoother skin, brighter tone, improved hydration, softened fine lines
🌿 Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs)
• Oil-soluble exfoliants
• Pe*****te deep into pores
• Dissolve excess oil and debris
• Ideal for acne-prone, oily, and congested skin
• Most common BHA: salicylic acid
✨ Benefits: clearer pores, fewer breakouts, reduced inflammation, improved skin clarity
💡 The key difference:
AHAs work on the surface to smooth and brighten, while BHAs work inside the pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.
Not sure which is right for your skin? That’s where professional guidance makes all the difference. A customized routine can help you exfoliate safely, effectively, and without irritation.
Healthy skin isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what’s right for your skin 🤍