Embrace Acid Exfoliants for Gentle Skin Care
Don’t be scared of acid exfoliants – they can be gentler and better than scrubs

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Acid exfoliants, often feared by those with sensitive skin, can be gentler and more effective than traditional scrubs. Products like Naturium's Multi Bright Milky Toner and Trinny London's Tiptoe In exfoliant combine exfoliating acids with soothing ingredients, making them suitable for various skin types.
- 01Acid exfoliants, such as alpha and beta hydroxy acids, are more effective and gentler than physical scrubs.
- 02Naturium's Multi Bright Milky Toner (£19) features polyhydroxy acid gluconolactone and azelaic acid for a gentle exfoliation.
- 03Trinny London's Tiptoe In exfoliant (£36) uses gluconolactone and lactobionic acid, providing a milky texture that is easy on the skin.
- 04The Ordinary's Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner (£12.40) is affordable and effective for both dry and oily skin types.
- 05These products can be used multiple times a week, gradually increasing to daily use if the skin tolerates it.
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Many people with sensitive skin are apprehensive about using acid exfoliants, but these products can actually provide a gentler and more effective alternative to traditional scrubs. Acid exfoliants, which include alpha and beta hydroxy acids, can help improve skin texture and longevity of makeup. A new wave of milky acid exfoliants, influenced by South Korea's hydrating toners, combines exfoliating acids with soothing ingredients to minimize irritation. For instance, Naturium's Multi Bright Milky Toner (£19) incorporates polyhydroxy acid gluconolactone and azelaic acid, making it a great choice for those who find glycolic acid toners too harsh. Similarly, Trinny London's Tiptoe In exfoliant (£36) offers a milky serum alternative that uses gluconolactone and lactobionic acid for gentle exfoliation. The Ordinary's Saccharomyces Ferment 30% Milky Toner (£12.40) is another excellent option, suitable for all skin types, that effectively removes dead skin without drying. Users are advised to start with these products a few times a week, increasing frequency as tolerated.
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