Friday, June 08, 2007
MORE HYDROXY ACIDS
Malic acid (apples, vinegar, applesauce, cider);
Lactic acid (buttermilk, yogurt, powdered skim milk, sour cream, blackberries, tomatoes);
Tartaric acid (grapes, grape juice, wine, cream of tartar);
Citric acid (citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, grapefruit, and orange);
Glycolic acid (sugar cane).
Just dab some of the liquid on your face with your fingertips, let set for ten minutes or so, then rinse.
**Note, too, that your skin can get sunburned more easily when you use fruit acids, so make certain to use sunscreen.
Lactic acid (buttermilk, yogurt, powdered skim milk, sour cream, blackberries, tomatoes);
Tartaric acid (grapes, grape juice, wine, cream of tartar);
Citric acid (citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, grapefruit, and orange);
Glycolic acid (sugar cane).
Just dab some of the liquid on your face with your fingertips, let set for ten minutes or so, then rinse.
**Note, too, that your skin can get sunburned more easily when you use fruit acids, so make certain to use sunscreen.
Labels: ALPHA-HYDROX, DIY, skincare
Alpha-Hydroxy Acids - DIY!
We all know by now that exfoliation is important for healthy skin and many folks use Alpha-hydroxy Acid (AHA) products, which are essentially fruit acids. These acids loosen the "glue" between dead skin cells so the cells fall away, leaving your face very smooth and soft.
Lemon juice, strawberries and grapes are common fruits with acids that can benefit your skin. Just applying a little of these on your skin every other evening can make your skin so much softer.
Just dab some of the liquid on your face with your fingertips, let it set for ten minutes or so, then rinse with cool water. Don't forget to moisturize after you pat your face gently dry.
Lemon juice, strawberries and grapes are common fruits with acids that can benefit your skin. Just applying a little of these on your skin every other evening can make your skin so much softer.
Just dab some of the liquid on your face with your fingertips, let it set for ten minutes or so, then rinse with cool water. Don't forget to moisturize after you pat your face gently dry.
Labels: ALPHA-HYDROX, DIY, exfoliate, skincare
