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Polyhydroxy Acids Products

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Discover the transformative power of polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) with our curated selection of PHA products. These gentle yet effective exfoliants are perfect for those seeking to refine their skin texture, improve hydration, and enhance overall radiance. Whether you're dealing with dryness, dullness, or uneven skin tone, our assortment of PHA-infused formulas offers a range of solutions to help you achieve a smoother, more youthful complexion. Explore our collection and unlock the secrets to healthy, glowing skin with cleansers for hormonal acne that deliver impressive results.

Benefit CosmeticsThe POREfessional Tight ’n Toned Pore-Refining AHA+PHA Toner

ITEM: 2641645

Size: 4.5 oz / 133 ml

757 Reviews

$46.00

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The products packaging is pretty cool. I use Aha acids in my skin care regularly so I felt confident with swiping this one in. ...The key ingredients are AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acids) such as glycolic acid and PHAs (Polyhydroxy Acid) such as gluconolactone both of which help exfoliate and smooth skin.

What it is: A foaming toner with AHAs balanced by PHAs to gently exfoliate skin and visibly minimize pores.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores

Formulation: Lightweight Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic Acid, Citric Acid, and Polyhydroxy Acid Gluconolactone): Exfoliate and visibly tighten pores.
- Lemon Extract: Visibly shrinks pores.
- Yuzu Extract: Smooths skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It also co

$94.00

This vitamin C serum combines 3 components to brighten and help defend skin against environmental pollution, while not leaving skin feeling heavy or sticky. Made with 5% Polyhydroxy Acids to assist in plumbing and to even skin tone and texture through chemical exfoliation. ...It's designed to target all major signs of ageing, including dullness, fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots and uneven texture.The bottle contains an advanced cocktail of Vitamin C, PHAs (polyhydroxy acids), hyaluronic acid and banana powder-inspired pigments.

What it is: A brightening serum with 15% vitamin C, 5% PHAs and hyaluronic acid, that reduces the appearance of dark spots and visibly firms skin for brighter-, bouncier-looking skin in 7 days.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily 


Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Uneven Texture, and Dullness 


Formulation: Serum


Highlighted Ingredients:

- 15% Vitamin C (Ethyl Ascorbic Acid): Visibly brightens and reduces appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots.

- 5% PHAs: A gentler alternative to AHAs that helps even skin tone and texture.

$26.00

I have large pores and my skin is combo to oily. I used many other products but this one made my pores smaller and tighter. ...It keeps the skin tight which is really helpful and just overall a wonderful product!

What it is: A foaming toner with AHAs balanced by PHAs to gently exfoliate skin and visibly minimize pores.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores

Formulation: Lightweight Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic Acid, Citric Acid, and Polyhydroxy Acid Gluconolactone): Exfoliate and visibly tighten pores.
- Lemon Extract: Visibly shrinks pores.
- Yuzu Extract: Smooths skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It also co

$62.00

This treatment contains AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) and PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid), which are gentle exfoliating ingredients. ...Honest review of this product...Its powerful fusion of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) and Polyhydroxy Acids (PHA) works effectively during sleep, gently exfoliating to reduce pore size and reveal a refined complexion.

What it is: An overnight pore treatment packed with a balanced blend of acids to shrink the look of pores.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Glycolic Acid and Lactic Acid (AHAs): Visibly tighten pores and reveal brighter-looking skin.

- Gluconolactone (PHA): Visibly retexturizes skin.

- Niacinamide: Minimizes and refines the look of pores.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthe

$22.00

Key Ingredients: Watermelon Extract to soothe and hydrate the skin PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid) for gentle exfoliation BHA (Willow Bark Extract) to decongest pores and reduce breakouts Hyaluronic Acid to retain moisture and improve skin elasticity Final Thoughts: This toner delivers visible results without compromising skin barrier health. ...I’m a fan of highly active ingredients & this toner with PHA (polyhydroxy acid) & BHA (beta hydroxy acid) works it’s magic gently over time.

What it is: A bestselling watermelon toner infused with PHA and BHA that hydrates, gently exfoliates the skin, and helps to minimize the appearance of pores.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dryness, and Dullness and Uneven Texture 


Formulation: Lightweight Liquid


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Watermelon Extract: Hydrates, delivers essential vitamins and amino acids, and helps to soothe skin.

$48.50

What it is: A daily facial serum for sensitive skin with two percent salicylic acid, three percent lactic acid, and postbiotic ferment to visibly reduce blemishes and post-acne marks.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Uneven Texture and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Lightweight Serum

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid 2%: Helps target the appearance of active acne breakouts.
- Lactic Acid 3%: Helps gently exfoliate for smoother-looking skin.
- Postbiotic Ferment: Helps support calm-, balanced-feeling skin.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, mineral oil, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan.

What Els

$46.00

What it is: A hypochlorous acid serum to soothe and spot treat chronically sensitive skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes, Redness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hypochlorous Acid: Defends your skin from harmful bacteria, reduces redness, and soothes irritation.
- Water and Sodium Chloride: Act as the optimal delivery solution for hypochlorous acid.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, sulfates SLS & SLES, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: The only hypochlorous acid serum recognized by all three

$29.00

What it is: A lightweight, gentle serum formulated with niacinamide and lactic acid to exfoliate, reduce the appearance of blemishes, and tackle congested pores to reveal a glowing complexion.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Niacinamide: Reduces the appearance of blemishes and congested pores as well as visibly brightens overall complexion.
- Lactic Acid: Exfoliates the skin.

What Else You Need to Know: Sephora Collection’s Gentle Peeling Serum is formulated with niacinamide and lactic acid to gently exfoliate the skin, resulting in a glowing complexion. This powerful yet gentle serum provides a smoothing

$26.00

I can’t wait to see what this does for my skin after more time using it. So happy with this product...I had foregone toners for a couple years but decided to try this one because the azelaic acid moisturizer from The Ordinary is too thick for my skin for daily use but I really wanted to keep azelaic acid in my routine.

What it is: A brightening 3% TXA (tranexamic acid) toner that’s clinically proven to reduce the look of dark spots in just 7 days, gently resurfaces and evens skin with azelaic acid and 5% PHA, and is suitable for all skin types and tones.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes


Formulation: Cream


Highlighted Ingredients:

$83.00

What it is: A three-in-one skin resurfacer that exfoliates with pumpkin enzyme, peels with alpha hydroxy acid, and polishes with aluminum oxide crystals.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, and Sensitive

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Uneven Texture

Formulation: Mask

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Pumpkin Enzyme: Provides enzymatic exfoliation to help smooth skin’s surface.
- Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA): Chemically peels to help reveal younger, radiant-looking skin.
- Aluminum Oxide Crystals: Polish skin’s surface to help improve the look of uneven texture.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates. This product is also gluten-free.

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