5% MIXED HYDROXY ACIDS(GLYCOLIC,
CITRIC, MALIC, TARTARIC, LACTIC)
- exfoliate and soften the skin’s exterior
- aid in diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- decrease the appearance of hyperpigmentation
glycolic = reduces corneocyte cohesion and corneum layer thickening where excess dead skin cells accumulate; improves skin hydration; from sugar cane
- citric = astringent and antioxidant properties from citrus fruits
- malic = antioxidant, occurs naturally in a wide variety of fruits, including apples and cherries
- tartaric = antioxidant found in various fruits
- lactic = increases water-holding capacity; found in the body in blood and muscle tissue
ZINC OXIDE
- protects, soothes, and helps heal the skin
- helps dry excess oils
KAOLIN (CHINA CLAY)
- absorbs the oil and perspiration secreted from the skin
- detoxifies the skin from pollutants and debris