๐ฏ At a Glance
๐ฌ How It Actually Works
An AHA derived from bitter almonds. It has a much larger molecule size than Glycolic acid, so it penetrates the skin very slowly, meaning zero stinging.
๐ Why your skin loves it
Gently exfoliates, clears pores (it is uniquely oil-soluble for an AHA), and is highly effective for darker skin tones prone to pigmentation.
๐ก Pro Tip
If Glycolic or Lactic acid burns your skin, this is your safest bet for chemical exfoliation.
โ๏ธ Myth vs. Fact
Gentle means it doesn't work as well.
It achieves the exact same results as stronger acids, it just takes a little longer to get there without the collateral damage.