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with you in every issue and
this time, they’re talking acids, sunburn
and cleansing.
What are the best ingredients to
soothe sunburn?
No matter how careful we are, sometimes
our skin just catches the sun for a little too
long, leaving it looking red and feeling sore.
The best thing to help limit the lasting
damage is to reduce the temperature of the
skin with a cold compress and use calming
skin care products made with ingredients
such as Aloe Vera, Hyaluronic Acid and
Chamomile extracts. Avoid thick creams
and balms as these can suffocate the skin
and make a burn worse. Stick to light gels
and lotions instead.
Is there a difference between Poly-
Hydroxy Acids (PHAs) and
Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Both of these acids are expert exfoliators and
work their magic by loosening the bonds
holding dead cells onto the surface of the
skin. The main difference between them is
their molecular size. AHAs are smaller in
size so they can penetrate the surface of the
skin pretty quickly, which is why they tingle
when you apply them. PHAs are larger in
size and can’t penetrate too far into the skin,
so they do most of their work at the surface.
This makes them easier for sensitive skin to
tolerate compared to AHAs, plus they
possess antioxidant and humectant qualities
which keep the skin moisturised.
What kind of cleanser should I use in
the morning?
There are so many different cleansers that it
can become overwhelming choosing a
formula for your skin. Generally, your
morning cleanse doesn’t need to be as thor-
ough as your evening cleanse, as you only
have to remove any surface oils, sweat and
leftover product from your skin. While the
texture of your cleanser depends on your
skin type, one that refreshes and purifies the
skin is ideal, leaving it feeling awake and
prepped for the rest of your morning routine.
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