8% AHA Lotion Exfoliant

SKIN PERFECTING 8% AHA Lotion is a lightweight, moisturizing AHA exfoliant that combines 8% glycolic acid with a customized mix of calming, anti-aging antioxidants and nourishing plant oils that soothe, smooth, and dramatically soften dry skin showing multiple signs of aging. This exfoliant has an optimal pH range of 3.5–3.9.

Exfoliates built-up dead skin cells to reveal the fresher, smoother, younger-looking skin beneath. Its hydrating formula helps preserve skin's moisture balance as it brightens a dull, uneven complexion. Research-proven glycolic acid is joined with antioxidants and a complex of smoothing plant extracts to noticeably reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while leaving skin looking firmer and radiant.

Apply once or twice daily after cleansing and toning. Apply a dime-sized amount over the entire face, avoiding direct contact with eyes and lips. Do not rinse. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater.

Sun Protection Advice When Using Any AHA Exfoliant: This product contains 8% glycolic acid, an ingredient that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and the possibility of sunburn. Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater every day. When outdoors, wear protective clothing whenever possible, seek shade, and avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Key Ingredients: Allantoin, Arctium Lappa, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Panthenol, Sunflower Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate

All Ingredients: Water (Solvent | Good), Glycolic Acid (Exfoliant, Humectant, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Best), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Emollient, Texture Enhancer, Plant Extracts | Best), Glycerin (Humectant, Texture Enhancer, Solvent | Best), Sodium Hydroxide (pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Average), Beheneth-5 (Emulsifier, Texture Enhancer, Cleansing Agent | Good), Dimethicone (Silicone, Emollient | Best), Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate (Texture Enhancer, Emollient | Good), Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate (Emollient, Emulsifier | Good), Behenyl Alcohol (Texture Enhancer, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Good), Undecane (Emollient, Texture Enhancer | Good), Arachidyl Alcohol (Emollient, Texture Enhancer | Good), Stearyl Alcohol (Texture Enhancer, Emulsifier, Cleansing Agent | Good), Cetyl Alcohol (Texture Enhancer, Emollient, Emulsifier | Good), Phospholipids (Humectant, Emollient, Antioxidant | Best), Allantoin (Plant Extracts | Best), Tocopheryl Acetate (Antioxidant | Best), Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil (Emollient, Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Bisabolol (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Arctium Lappa (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Panthenol (Humectant, Solvent | Best), Sodium Acrylates Copolymer (Polymer, Film-Forming Agent, Texture Enhancer | Good), Tridecane (Emollient, Solvent, Texture Enhancer | Good), Hydrogenated Polydecene (Emollient, Polymer, Solvent | Good), Sclerotium Gum (Texture Enhancer, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Good), Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate (Cleansing Agent, Emulsifier, Humectant | Good), Disodium EDTA (Chelating Agent | Good), Tocopherol (Antioxidant | Best), Chlorphenesin (Preservative | Good), Benzoic Acid (Preservative, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Good), Sorbic Acid (Preservative | Good), Ethylhexylglycerin (Preservative, Humectant | Good), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative | Good)

Ingredient Spotlight:

• Allantoin: An ingredient that can be naturally derived or made synthetically. It has skin-soothing and moisturizing properties, making it an excellent inclusion in products designed for sensitive skin. Can soothe skin; Has skin moisturizing properties; Helps mitigate skin’s response to active ingredients
• Arctium Lappa: AKA burdock, this plant produces many skin care ingredients that have antioxidant, soothing and hydrating properties. Also known as burdock; Contributes to skin’s environmental defense; Works to soothe and lightly hydrate skin
• Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract: The Latin name for the flower extract of a type of chamomile. It has soothing and antioxidant properties. AKA chamomile flower extract; Helps protect skin from environmental aggressors; Soothes skin
• Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate: This licorice derivative has strong antioxidant and skin soothing properties. Derived from licorice; Has antioxidant benefits; Strong anti-inflammatory properties
• Glycerin: A naturally occurring substance in skin that helps retain moisture. It is used in skin care products to help defend against dryness. Found naturally in skin; Helps skin retain moisture; Encourages a healthy look and feel
• Glycolic Acid: This well-known ingredient is the most-researched alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and helps renew skin’s surface as well as significantly improve its hydration. The most-researched AHA (alpha hydroxy acid); Helps renew skin’s surface; Visibly improves several signs of aging
• Panthenol: Also known as pro-vitamin B5. Humectant that increases hydration substantially by attracting/retaining moisture. Can also play a role in visibly reducing facial redness triggered by sensitivity. Well-known hydrating ingredient; May also help soothe sensitivity; Often referred to as pro-vitamin B5
• Sunflower Seed Oil: A non-volatile, non-fragrant plant oil used as skin-calming antioxidant and an emollient in cosmetics. A non-volatile, non-fragrant plant oil derived from sunflower seeds; Used as an emollient in cosmetics; Due to its high linoleic acid content, it can help replenish, strengthen and soothe skin
• Tocopheryl Acetate: A form of vitamin E frequently used in cosmetics for its antioxidant benefit. Also referred to as tocopherol acetate; One of many forms of vitamin E; Offers anti-aging benefits due to its antioxidant properties

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