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Ingredient in Focus: Lactic Acid

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Ingredient in Focus: Lactic Acid

Both an exfoliant and a humectant, lactic acid is ideal for sensitive skin. Find out more about how it works and discover the best lactic acid products.

2022-01-24 15:00:20By Cult Beauty

Exfoliating with acids? Here's what you need to know

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Exfoliating with acids? Here's what you need to know

Though they sound like the last thing you'd want on your skin, acids can actually be your complexion's saving grace; their exfoliating and plumping powers are pretty potent - if you use them wisely

2019-08-07 11:00:00By Verity Douglas

Everything you need to know about glycolic acid

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Everything you need to know about glycolic acid

A member of the alpha-hydroxy family, glycolic acid is primarily an exfoliant, dissolving the sebaceous 'glue' that binds dulling dead cells to skin's surface and revealing the shiny new skin cells beneath. But brightening is only the beginning...

2018-10-11 11:00:00By Verity Douglas