{"id":53184,"date":"2019-04-26T10:00:12","date_gmt":"2019-04-26T14:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/?p=53184"},"modified":"2026-07-02T12:31:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T16:31:51","slug":"how-to-choose-best-acid-for-your-skin-type","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/how-to-choose-best-acid-for-your-skin-type\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose The Best Acid For Your Skin Type"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text]When the founders of NEOSTRATA\u00ae discovered the benefits of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), the skincare industry was revolutionized.<\/p>\n

For the first time, people didn\u2019t need to use physical exfoliators! From cleansers and moisturizers, to spa and at-home peels, the applications of AHAs are endless. To this day, AHAs remain an important ingredient in skincare, but when it comes to those with sensitive skin, there\u2019s a more tolerable alternative \u2013 one that still packs an anti-aging punch.<\/p>\n

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Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)<\/h4>\n

AHAs are naturally occurring acids derived from fruits, nuts, milk, or sugar. They work by breaking down the bonds between surface skin cells to allow for easier exfoliation. Most famous of all AHAs is Glycolic Acid \u2013 a natural constituent of sugar cane. Known to be the workhorse of the AHA family, Glycolic Acid is for those looking to really retexture and refine their skin\u2019s surface.<\/p>\n

Better yet, AHAs offer more than exfoliation! The anti-aging effects of AHAs have been demonstrated through rigorous clinical studies, as these acids were proven to provide anti-aging benefits across multiple skin layers. As a result, these acids quickly found their place in anti-aging regimens \u2013 but for those with sensitive skin, AHAs may be too strong. That\u2019s where Polyhydroxy Acids come in.<\/p>\n

Polyhydroxy Acids (PHAs)<\/h4>\n

With sensitive skin in mind, the founders of NEOSTRATA later discovered Polyhydroxy Acids (PHAs) \u2013 otherwise known as 2nd <\/sup>Generation Hydroxy Acids.<\/p>\n

PHAs share the same molecular configuration as AHAs, but with a few additional hydroxyl groups\u201d on the molecule. Thanks to this larger molecular size, PHAs can provide clinically-proven anti-aging and skin smoothing effects like AHAs, but with less skin irritation, stinging, and burning. This makes PHAs an ideal choice for sensitive skin types. Better yet, since PHAs are humectants (they attract water!) so they\u2019re perfect for dry skin!<\/p>\n

Beyond they\u2019re exfoliating properties, there are other great reasons to use PHAs:<\/p>\n