AHA vs BHA | how to choose | dermatologist guides

AHA and BHA are commonly used terms in skin care. 

Alpha hydroxy acids cause gentle skin exfoliation, removes dead cross and makes skin appear fresher. It also boosts collagen synthesis.  Examples are  glycolic acid, lactic acid and mandelic acid 

Beta hydroxy acids are oil loving and get concentrate in oil forming glands. They reduce stickiness of cells thereby reducing formation of blackheads and whiteheads and also reduces oiliness . Example is salicylic acid. 

How do you know which one to choose?

▪️Aging skin 
As skin gets dry with age, you want to choose an AHA. Lactic acid is a larger molecule and it attracts water.

▪️Tanning 
We can use a glycolic acid to reduce tanning. It causes gentle exfoliation exposing lighter coloured skin. 

▪️Acne dark spots 
Dark spots left behind by acne can sometimes be very stubborn. Using an alpha hydroxy acid can help. 

▪️Active acne 
For active acne, BHA is a better option. 
⚠️remember that only topical application may not be adequate to treat acne. Please consult your dermatologist for evaluation and treatment. Once skin is scarred, it can never be normal skin. 

▪️Oily skin 
As salicylic acid gets concentrated in oil forming glands, it is a better choice to control oiliness. Though, AHA can also be used especially in sensitive skin type. 

▪️Dullness 
If your skin appears dull and you need a glow and refreshed look, AHA based serums can help. 

⚠️consult dermatologist before starting any product especially if you have sensitive skin 

⚠️BHA are contraindicated in pregnancy. Consult your dermatologist. 

Few recommendations: *not sponsored*
✅AHA : 
@drsheths licorice and  lactic acid peel ( can be used twice a week) 

✅BHA
@thedermacoindia salicylic acid 

Disclaimer: Information on this Instagram handle  should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a qualified dermatologist . Please consult with a physician or dermatologist regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options.

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[DrAanchalMD]

AHA and BHA are commonly used terms in skin care. 

Alpha hydroxy acids cause gentle skin exfoliation, removes dead cross and makes skin appear fresher. It also boosts collagen synthesis.  Examples are  glycolic acid, lactic acid and mandelic acid 

Beta hydroxy acids are oil loving and get concentrate in oil forming glands. They reduce stickiness of cells thereby reducing formation of blackheads and whiteheads and also reduces oiliness . Example is salicylic acid. 

How do you know which one to choose?

▪️Aging skin 
As skin gets dry with age, you want to choose an AHA. Lactic acid is a larger molecule and it attracts water.

▪️Tanning 
We can use a glycolic acid to reduce tanning. It causes gentle exfoliation exposing lighter coloured skin. 

▪️Acne dark spots 
Dark spots left behind by acne can sometimes be very stubborn. Using an alpha hydroxy acid can help. 

▪️Active acne 
For active acne, BHA is a better option. 
⚠️remember that only topical application may not be adequate to treat acne. Please consult your dermatologist for evaluation and treatment. Once skin is scarred, it can never be normal skin. 

▪️Oily skin 
As salicylic acid gets concentrated in oil forming glands, it is a better choice to control oiliness. Though, AHA can also be used especially in sensitive skin type. 

▪️Dullness 
If your skin appears dull and you need a glow and refreshed look, AHA based serums can help. 

⚠️consult dermatologist before starting any product especially if you have sensitive skin 

⚠️BHA are contraindicated in pregnancy. Consult your dermatologist. 

Few recommendations: *not sponsored*
✅AHA : 
@drsheths licorice and  lactic acid peel ( can be used twice a week) 
@suganda.co 5 % lactic acid serum 

✅BHA
@thedermacoindia salicylic acid 

Disclaimer: Information on this Instagram handle  should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a qualified dermatologist . Please consult with a physician or dermatologist regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options.

#skincare #skincareessentials #skincareproducts #skintips

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[anurag]

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[IqbalKhan-nbef]

Acne pron open porse oily skin pigmentation skin k liye koy acha sa face wash btaye plis mem bhut prehsan h apni skin se

[sakshinagwan]

Mam whixh facewash is best dor drg skin in winter of co derma??? Please reply mam

[LoosFunda]

How about Aha 25%+Bha 2%+Pha 5% exfoliating serum. They call it super serum is it true. The benefits of all the exfoliants are seen or one gets overshadowed and gives a complete someother benefit?

[rojachiranjeevi]

How to use and how many times in a week Sugandha 5% lactic acid should we use madam..

[anjanapm]

Can u make a video that what type of body scrubber should be used while using body wash and also hair shampoo massager

[imratjan]

Mam. Mujha. Pimple chine or uperlips. Py hota ha .. vooo eara red be hai .usky liya ... Kuch batawo ...

[RamanjitKaur-rued]

Hlo mam
Hair fall, damage, frizzy, deadruff ke bare me best hair mask baita do

[Junelily]

Ok girls, all youtubers says if you've oily skin you can't use aha, only use bha, it completely bs, if you have pily skin still you can use aha and bha both but in alternative days.
As a oily acne prone girl, i can comfirm this.

[neelukashyap]

Fcl AHA lightening gel HQ kaise USE KRNA HAI PLEASE BTAYE

[kusumakusu]

Can u please suggest a AHA BHA face fash for oily skin and for brightening

[selfmoc]

dark circles hatane ka tarika bataye please 🙏🙏

[Anji-ccnv]

Please tell diffence between retinol, ceramide and peptide.

[tinaroy]

Please tell me oily acne skin can use salicylic acid and niacinamide face serum use together 😊