An important part of looking and feeling your best is taking care of your skin. Getting great results is all about finding the right products for your skin, whether you’re just starting to take your skincare seriously or you’re renewing your commitment. You’ll find in a number of skincare products, two ingredients glycolic acid and salicylic acid. Today, we at Skin & Body Refinery would like to discuss glycolic acid VS salicylic acid.

What Does Glycolic Acid Do?

A group of naturally occurring fruit acids include Glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). In part because of its exfoliating properties, glycolic acid is a key ingredient in a wide variety of skincare products and is derived from sugar cane. In order to reveal the fresh new skin beneath, it works by loosening up the outer layers of dull, dead skin cells. By clearing away the gunk that leads to clogged pores, the exfoliation process also helps to treat pigmentation issues and prevent acne breakouts. Allowing it to penetrate the skin, the Glycolic acid has a smaller molecule than other AHAs. It also works below the surface by stimulating the production of collagen and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, in addition to optimizing skin health on the surface. From more gentle toners, cleansers, and at-home peel pads to medical-grade chemical peels that should only be applied by experienced cosmetic practitioners, skincare products containing glycolic acid come in a range of different formulas.

Salicylic Acid Explained

A group of naturally occurring acids including salicylic acid which is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA). A key ingredient in many anti-acne skincare products in particular is salicylic acid, which derived from willow bark. To remove the gunk and reveal the fresh skin beneath, like glycolic acid, salicylic acid exfoliates the upper layers of skin. The former are water soluble and the latter are fat-soluble is one of the main differences between the AHAs and the BHAs. The salicylic acid can go deeper while both glycolic and salicylic acids can penetrate the surface of the skin, as it allows it to get down into the pores and clean them from within. Giving it yet another advantage as an ingredient in acne medications, salicylic acid helps to reduce inflammation as well. Cleansers, toners, serums, gels, creams, acne spot treatments, and chemical peels are included in skincare products containing salicylic acid.

What Skin Type is Glycolic Acid or Salicylic Acid Best For?

The best way to determine the right products for your skin is to work with an experienced skin care professional who can evaluate your skin and understand your specific needs when it comes to choosing skincare products. Best for oily, acne-prone skin, and treating whiteheads, blackheads, and deeper issues with clogged pores are products containing salicylic acid as a main ingredient in general. For mild hyperpigmentation, fine lines and surface wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and enlarged pores, chose products containing glycolic acid as a main ingredient will work best.

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