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The INKEY List Beta Hydroxy Acid Serum with 2% Salicylic Acid and 1% Hyaluronic Acid to Fight Blackheads and Breakouts 30ml IF015KE

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IS BHA SERUM PREGNANCY SAFE? We do not recommend using Beta Hydroxy Acid Serum if pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before use. Our PHA Toner is a great alternative. Your guide to pregnancy safe skincare > WHAT'S THE % OF SALICYLIC ACID IN BHA SERUM?BHA Serum contains 2% Salicylic Acid which helps to unclog pores and gently exfoliate the skin.

Unlike its cousin AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), in which there are a few different types (think glycolic acid and lactic acid), there is only one BHA that’s used in skincare: salicylic acid.

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BHAs - that's beta-hydroxy acids - are here to help, combatting oiliness and helping to prevent breakouts, so you're left with the glowy skin you deserve. Now that we’ve defined AHA and BHA, we know that choosing which one to use depends on your skin type and your skin goals. But how about layering them? Can you use them together and if so, what’s the best way to use both in your routine? Get the top-line info on the front of the (recyclable cardboard) box, or open it out to find a deeper dive printed inside. Clever eh? I never use chemical exfoliants during the day. So I use it in one of my PM routines. I use it after cleansing with Micellar Water and don’t layer it with any other actives. Sometimes when I wake up with a huge pimple, I use it as a spot treatment with the hopes that it would go away even faster. How It Worked

Hyaluronic AcidSerum as your first step after cleansing, then apply preferred treatments & moisturizer.

The Salicylic acid exfoliating scalp treatment will help to remove and balance oil on the scalp and help with itchy or flaky skin. For the ultimate cleanse, use with our Reusable Cotton Pads and gently begin to sweep in circular motions. For stubborn eye makeup, hold a damp Reusable Cotton Pad with cleanser on the eyes or eyelashes for an extra 5-10 seconds before wiping away.

DOES THE PHA TONER CAUSE SUN SENSITIVITY?It doesn‘t cause sun sensitivity due to PHAs antioxidant and humectant properties. This is why every skin type can enjoy our PHA toner, even the sensitive ones. We always recommend using an SPF as the last stage of your AM routine to protect against potential damage. Gentle enough for daily use, the non-drying, exfoliating gel cleanser helps to unclog pores and remove dirt, impurities, and excess oil leaving skin feeling deeply clean and clarified. ​ The ingredient is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits, making it a great all-rounder for skin that’s reactive. Because of this set of benefits, Salicylic Acid is excellent at targeting acne. How to use Salicylic Acid

What is Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA)

While it’s undeniably a beloved active ingredient with clear results, it is possible to use too much salicylic acid, particularly if you have sensitive skin. Reactive complexions or those who are particularly dry can respond badly to the ingredient if introduced wrongly, with dryness, redness, flakiness, or overall irritation. Salicylic Acid is derived from willow bark, and is a Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA), as opposed to Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) like Glycolic and Lactic Acids. Whereas AHAs are water-soluble, BHAs are oil-soluble, and can therefore penetrate deeper into the pores of the skin. This is why BHA is often used for targeted spot treatments - more of which we’ll dive into later. What are the benefits of Salicylic Acid? HOW CAN I DOUBLE CLEANSE WITH SALICYLIC ACID CLEANSER? We recommend double cleansing in your PM routine and use our Dry skin needs – you guessed it – serious hydration. Taking things to the next level, Polyglutamic Acid is able to hold up to four times more moisture than Hyaluronic Acid. Slather this on in the morning and seal the serum in with 10% urea – another hydration hero. PM Acne can be a complicated and multilayered skin condition and unfortunately no one ingredient can solve it right away (trust us, we wish we could say it could). While a BHA exfoliant likely won't make blemishes vanish overnight, a good one will help set you on the right path.

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