Exfoliating Acids

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Exfoliating acids have become a staple in many skincare routines for their ability to reveal smoother, brighter, and more youthful-looking skin. From AHAs to BHAs and PHAs, these powerhouse ingredients work to gently slough away dead skin cells, unclog pores, and improve overall skin texture. Whether you're targeting acne, hyperpigmentation, or simply seeking a radiant complexion, incorporating exfoliating acids into your regimen can help you achieve a glowing, healthier-looking complexion. Discover a range of exfoliating acid products designed to transform your skin and elevate your skincare routine.

The OrdinaryLactic Acid 5% + HA

ITEM: 2336469

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL

210 Reviews

$8.10

I layer it under the amino acids and hydraulic acid twice a week. Not sure I notice an overall change in my pores etc, but I enjoy using this and will continue!...I had hesitated about trying an acid to chemically exfoliate because of my sensitive skin.

What it is: An alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin.

Skin Type: Normal

Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Liquid

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: This 5-percent formulation offers very mild exfoliation and is supported with a purified Tasmanian pepperberry known to calm and soothe after exfoliation.

$25.00

I can only use it a couple of times a week, as I don’t want to over exfoliate. So happy to get the hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, and niacinamide all in one while cleansing and exfoliating. ...This is a great new product. The salicylic acid is great to gently exfoliate my skin while also clearing up any acne and preventing breakouts.

What it is: An exfoliating cream cleanser for all skin types that eliminates excess oil and impurities while refining the look of pores and uneven texture.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Oiliness

Formulation: Cream

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Gently exfoliates skin and refines the look of pores.
- Niacinamide: Minimizes the appearance of pores and calms oily, clogged skin.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Delivers hydration, leaving skin feeling smooth and supple.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: This refreshing da

CLINIQUEClarifying Lotion 2

ITEM: 1295708

Size: 6.7 oz/ 200 mL

1.4K Reviews

$22.00

I do like this gentle, non-drying toner, but it doesn't exfoliate as well as other toners I've used that contain alpha hydrozy acids or glycolic acid....This has been the only thing that has controlled my acne and taken care of the dark sport simultaneously; since it is an exfoliating product. Love that I can exfoliate everyday without worrying about it being too harsh on my skin.

What it is: A dermatologist-developed liquid exfoliating lotion toner that clears the way for smoother, brighter-looking skin.


Skin Type: Dry and Combination


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dryness, and Dullness


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Witch Hazel: Visibly refines skin.

- Acetyle Glucosamine: Helps balance and smooth skin.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates SLS & SLES.

$60.00

It contains 5 acids at a 17% concentration which are listed as glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid, succinic acid, and tartaric acid. ...Honey Glow Acid Serum...The combination of exfoliating acids and honey contributes to softening and smoothing the skin’s texture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and rough patches.

What it is: An exfoliating AHA/BHA night serum clinically proven to smooth texture and reduce the look pores, revealing glowing skin by morning. Features 5 acids to deliver 5 benefits in just 5 nights!


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Uneven texture, Pores, and Dullness


Formulation: Lightweight Serum


Highlighted Ingredients:

- 17% AHA/BHA Acid Blend: Exfoliates, smooths texture and visibly reduces pores.

- Hyaluronic Acid and Proprietary Buckwheat Honey: Instantly boosts moisture and intensely hydrates

$18.00

Others either make me break out or don’t exfoliate enough, this is my favorite for life....Really good at exfoliating and makes my skin really smooth just not the best smell but amazing

What it is: A body scrub that gently removes dead skin cells with a combination of AHAs and brown sugar.

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Natural-Origin Fruit Acids: Contain exfoliating properties.
- Natural-Origin Brown Sugar: Known for its exfoliating properties.

What Else You Need to Know: Resurfacing Sugar Body Scrub exfoliates impurities and leaves skin looking smoother, softer, and more radiant from the first use. The formula’s melting texture with a lovely fragrance gently exfoliates skin. It's easy to use and rinse off with no oily residue. Follow up with Sephora Collection’s All Day Hydrator (sold separately) to nurture skin. The scrub’s super ingredients include natural-origin exfoliating AHAs, fruit acids, an

$88.00

I have been using this serum in my daily skincare routine for three weeks , i had a big acne problem and this serum help my skin to look clean and smooth again also this serum has amazing ingredients like Niacinamide and glycolic acid to help to exfoliate your skin I highly recommend it...Complimentary from Matter of Fact. This acid resurfacing and hydrating serum is a game changer!

What it is: An exfoliating serum to gently resurface skin, clear pores, and visibly brighten.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Pores, and Uneven Texture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- PHA, BHA, Tranexamic Acid Blend: Exfoliates, hydrates, and visibly brightens skin.
- Niacinamide: Visibly improves skin tone and texture and supports skin barrier.
- Galactoarabinan (Larch Tree Extract): Provides long-lasting hydration and boosts the serum's exfoliation power.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan

DIORCapture Dreamskin 1-Minute Mask

ITEM: 2623163

Size: 2.5 oz / 75 mL

11 Reviews

$82.00

. * Contains alpha hydroxy acids, namely glycolic acid and citric acid. * This new formulation does not contain salicylic acid (BHA) which was present in the older version...There definitely are other less expensive exfoliating masks out there, but as a treat to self I absolutely adore this.

What it is: A gently exfoliating face mask that visibly tightens pores and smooths texture in as little as one minute.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Mask

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Opilia Extract: Visibly perfects skin.
- Longoza Flower: Visibly renews skin and defies signs of aging.
- Jojoba Oil: Promotes a feeling of comfort.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also glu

$89.00

I am loving this exfoliating serum from Shani Darden. I have some texture, large pores and need to exfoliate a few times a week. ...Lactic Acid Exfoliating Serum is an essential part of my skincare regimen.

What it is: A powerful, yet gentle, lactic acid 9% (AHA) serum that gently exfoliates to visibly even tone, refine, and improve clarity of blemish-prone skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Pores, and Dullness

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lactic Acid 9% (AHA): Exfoliates skin's surface to reveal visibly smoother, brighter, more glowing skin.
- Gluconolactone (PHA): Gently exfoliates to visiblyeven tone and improve clarity of blemish-prone skin.
- Soothing Complex (Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe, Green Tea): Soothes and replenishes overnight to keep skin calm, hydrated, and supple.

$14.00

The Inkey List Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Toner helps with reducing the look of pores and smooth out skin that is dry or flakey. ...THE INKEY LIST - GLYCOLIC ACID EXFOLIATING TONER...The THE INKEY LIST - GLYCOLIC ACID EXFOLIATING TONER is amazing and I am loving how soft and clean my skin feels.

What it is: A 10 percent glycolic acid exfoliating toner that helps to reduce the appearance of pores and fine lines for smoother, brighter skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Dullness and Uneven Texture, Dark Spots, and Fine Lines and Wrinkles

Formulation: Lightweight Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Glycolic Acid 10%: Provides a deep exfoliation of dead skin cells.
- Witch Hazel 5%: Helps to control excess oil.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, mineral oil, and coal tar, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also cruelty-free.

$42.00

After using this product, I have noticed that my pores are not as noticeable and it helps to exfoliate my skin. I tend to have very large pores and most of the products I use make my skin dry but this product keeps my skin feeling hydrated. ...Non irritating, didn’t dry out my skinand gentle exfoliate, my second bottle

What it is: A gentle peel with 5 percent AHA, BHA, and hyaluronic acid to dissolve dead cells, refine the look of pores, and reveal more radiant skin.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture


Highlighted Ingredients:

- AHA and BHA Multi-Acid Complex: Dissolves dead skin cells that cause dullness and enlarged-looking pores.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of mineral oil, parabens, silicones, and sulfates SLS & SLES.

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