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Exfoliant

LHA

Often labeled as: Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

The fat-soluble BHA derivative for micro-exfoliation.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A derivative of Salicylic Acid that has a lipid (fat) chain attached. It penetrates pores even slower than BHA, making it incredibly gentle.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides targeted pore-clearing, cell-by-cell exfoliation without the sting.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The perfect acne treatment for highly sensitive or Rosacea-prone skin.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It doesn't work as well as BHA.

The Science

It is just as effective over time, but operates at a more skin-friendly pH (5.5) meaning zero burning.