- Softy’s Guide to Acids -
Different Acids & what they’re good for
Salicylic Acid – acne!!! But veryyyyy drying so if you have dry skin and acne be very careful (only spot treat) or use a gentler acid
Glycolic Acid – brightening, smoothing, lightening pigmentation, helps with fine lines, treats acne; pretty much good for most skin types
Hyaluronic Acid – moisture moisture moisture! Soft, plump skin – helps strengthen & protect the skin’s moisture barrier
Lactic Acid – v. gentle, good for those with dry & sensitive skin (has a moisturizing element because it’s derived from milk)
Ascorbic Acid – aka Vitamin C! Great for fine lines and brightening
Azelaic Acid – most commonly found in prescribed skin care treatments, good for inflammation, redness & bacterial acne
Citric Acid – antioxidant; good for those with who have early signs of aging and sun spots
Kojic Acid – a skin lightening agent that can often be very irritating
Linoleic Acid – a lighter version of Oleic acid, so its a much better moisturizer for people with oily skin
Lipolic Acid – a “universal antioxidant”, anti-aging, fights free-radicals
Malic Acid – gentle & good for clearing acne – so if you have acne-prone skin that’s too dry for salicylic acid, try this
Mandelic Acid – has the largest molecule of all AHAs meaning it penerates the skin slower so its suuuuuuper good for people with sensitive skin
Oleic Acid – a fatty acid found in oils like argan, and olive oil, creates a moisturizing seal, might be too moisturizing for people who don’t have dry skin
Tartaric Acid – smoothes skin texture
*DISCLAIMER : alwaysss patch test when trying a new product/acid because you don’t know how your skin will react – also, only try one new product at a time so you know exactly what product is giving you which reaction/result!
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