On whether it is appropriate to share glycolic acid and BHA
in modern skin care, people often study the advantages and disadvantages of combining various ingredients. Glycolic acid and BHA are both commonly used in skin care, but whether they can be used together is a matter of concern to everyone.
Glycolic acid belongs to the class of fruit acids, whose molecules are small and can quickly penetrate the surface of the skin. It is used as a soluble interkeratinic connecting substance to make old and waste keratin easy to remove, rejuvenate the skin, brighten the complexion, fine the skin, and also help the subsequent skin care products absorb.
BHA is salicylic acid, which is fat-soluble, can penetrate deep into pores, clear oil, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, and often has a good effect on acne, acne and other diseases, and can improve enlarged pores.
If the two are used together, theoretically, there may be a possibility of synergy. Glycolic acid exfoliates the keratin, making it easier for BHA to penetrate into the skin to exert its effect, which can improve skin quality, solve acne and other problems or achieve twice the result with half the effort.
However, there are also risks. Both are irritating to a certain extent. When shared, the skin will be irritated or suddenly increased. Those with sensitive skin are prone to redness, tingling, itching, or even desquamation and burns. Therefore, be careful before use.
If you want to try sharing the two, try it on a small area of skin first. Take a small amount of products containing glycolic acid and BHA, apply it behind the ear or on the inside of the arm, and observe for 24 to 48 hours. If there is no discomfort, you can gradually apply it to the face. It should be used at a low concentration and less frequency for the first time, and then adjusted when the skin adapts.
In short, glycolic acid is shared with BHA, which may have amazing skin care effects, but risks are accompanied. Users need to weigh the pros and cons according to their own skin type, and act cautiously in order to protect the health of the skin and obtain the effect of skin beauty.
