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Acid Mantle

June 19, 2017

Acidic film on the skin that determines the skin’s pH of 4.5-5.5, as well as protects the stratum corneum from damaging environmental factors and harmful bacteria. Made of oils, fatty acids, lactic acid, amino acids, and water. When stripped, skin feels tight and dry and …

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Actives

June 23, 2017

Ingredients that are skin lighteners, sunscreens, anti-aging, or anti-acne FDA regulated because of their potential to irritate the skin Usually in low percentages to prevent irritation AHAs, BHAs, retinol, sulfur, hydroquinone, oxibenzone, vitamin C, and kojic acid are a few examples

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