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Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Alpha hydroxy acids are substances that are commonly used for skin rejuvenation, sunscreens, moisturisers, and foundations. Alpha hydroxyl acids are used in the process of chemical peels a procedure that removes fine lines and wrinkles from the skin. The concentration of the chemical peel may depend on the severity of wrinkling of the skin. Only doctors are able to use peels of higher concentrations; products sold over the counter must have a concentration no higher than ten percent. When using skin products containing alpha hydroxy acids, it is important to also use moisturisers or skin care products that do not contain these acids as to prevent irritation of the skin.