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Home>Look Great>Anti Aging Skin Care>Alpha Hydroxy Lotions

Alpha Hydroxy Lotions are Great for Anti Aging Skin



Alpha hydroxy lotions are a must have for anyone who wants to look younger!

To turn back the clock, your skin should be exfoliated on a regular basis.

Exfoliation regenerates your skin by getting rid of dead skin cells that collect on the surface of your skin. These are replaced by new skin cells that helps your skin look dewey and fresh.

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Everyone has different skin care needs. What works well for one person might not work as well for someone else. It's all skin-dependent!

There are a few lotions and creams that are good for all skin types. Alpha hydroxy lotions fall into that category.

The Benefits of Alpha Hydroxy Lotions

Alpha hydroxy lotions are one of the best anti wrinkle skin care products that manufacturers have to offer. They give you lots of bang for your bucks!

If you've ever used an AHA with any frequency, then you already know how well they work! They help to regenerate your skin, tighten pores, and smooth your skin. If you haven't found one that works well for your skin, then you might want to try a higher percentage AHA product than the one you've already tried.

Choosing the Right Alpha Hydroxy Lotions

The best way to know if a product works well is to look at ratings for the product. The most cost efficient way to shop is to look at the reviews for a product. You can find out fast if it's worth the investment.

Most all alpha hydroxy lotions work virtually the same way. They help slough your skin and they all contain hydroxy acids in various strengths.

Keep in mind is that we are all unique. We all have our own skin type and skin problems that originate because of it. People who have oily skin would not use the same products that people who have dry skin use, and visa versa.

  • If you have normal to dry skin or sensitive skin, then use lotions with lower concentrations or percentages of alpha hydroxy acids.

    Organic fruit enzyme lotions typically have lower AHA percentages which makes them well suited for your skin type.

  • If you have normal to oily skin, you’ll need to use a higher percentage AHA to penetrate and permeate the oils in your skin. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Face Lotion is one of the best low cost alpha hydroxy lotions. It's an old standard that works very well for normal to oily skin types.

    Some alpha hydroxy lotions contain one of various types of naturally occurring fruity acid enzymes but some alpha hydroxy lotions have chemically modified acids. They all work by gently sloughing dead skin cells from your skin. AHA's help give your skin a 'light peel', which helps new skin emerge from underneath. In the process, they naturally regenerate your skin.

    Some products have stronger AHA percentages than others. This is really important so do read percentages carefully on the labels.

    When you use alpha hydroxy acids you may notice a slight tingling sensation when you apply them. This is a good thing! You can actually ‘feel it’ working!

    A few days after application, your skin may either break out with a few pimples or become slightly reddened or flushed. That's quite normal and a good sign that the lotion is working properly!

    These temporary skin conditions will clear up by themselves in just a short time.

    Different Types of Alpha Hydroxy Acids

    Look on the label of the product. If it contains one of the following ingredients, it contains alpha hydroxy acids (AHA's):

  • glycolic acid
  • lactic acid
  • glycolic acid plus ammonium glycolate
  • alpha-hydroxyoctanoic acid
  • alpha-hydroxycaprylic acid
  • tri-alpha hydroxy fruit acids
  • alpha hydroxy and botanical complex
  • L-alpha hydroxy acid
  • mixed fruit acid
  • triple fruit acid

    How to Use Alpha Hydroxy Lotions

  • As the old dead skin cells are shed from the surface and expelled, they are replaced by newly formed skin cells. This cell 'turnover' renews your skin so it appears fresh and youthful. The more you slough your skin, the younger your skin will appear.

  • Remember to always use a good daily facial lotion to help keep your skin well hydrated and moisturized.

  • It is not advisable to use AHA's daily. You'll also want to give your skin a rest from time to time.

    Normal to dry skin types should use them once a week. Normal to oily skin types can use them up to three times a week.

  • If you've been using AHA's regularly or have just started using them, be sure to wear a good broad spectrum facial sunblock. New skin is far more susceptible to the damaging rays of the sun. Also you don't want to undo any progress you've already made.

    If you are looking for something that's a little (or a lot) stronger to turn back the clock, think about using a chemical peel. If those are a bit too strong for your skin, you can make your own chemical peel pads and just use a lower percentage solution!

    Chemical peels have been around a long time, but were only available (for a very high price) at a dermatologists office. Chemical peel solutions are now available to the general public.

    Reducing the signs of aging doesn't have to cost a lot or take a lot of time. Spending money for the right alpha hydroxy lotions will go a long way towards your overall anti aging skin care!



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