The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution is a powerful exfoliating treatment designed to help improve skin texture and appearance by removing dead skin cells. Here’s a breakdown of its key ingredients and how it works:

AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) – 30%:

• AHAs are water-soluble acids typically derived from fruits or milk.
• They help exfoliate the skin’s surface, promoting smoother, brighter skin by removing dead skin cells.
• The high concentration (30%) in this solution is potent and provides more intensive exfoliation

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid) – 2%:

• BHA, or salicylic acid, is oil-soluble, which allows it to penetrate deeper into the pores to help clear out excess oil, dirt, and clogged pores.
• This makes BHA particularly effective for acne-prone skin, as it helps to reduce breakouts and blackheads.

Other ingredients include:

• Hyaluronic Acid: Helps to hydrate the skin.
• Tazman Pepperberry: Helps reduce irritation and redness.
• Ginseng and Aloe Vera Extracts: Known for their soothing properties.

How to use:

• Frequency: It’s typically recommended to use this product once a week, as it’s very strong.
• Application: Apply a thin, even layer to clean, dry skin (avoiding the eye area), and leave it on for no more than 10 minutes. For sensitive skin, a shorter duration (3-5 minutes) may be advisable.
• Aftercare: Follow up with a hydrating serum and a broad-spectrum sunscreen, as your skin will be more sensitive to sun exposure after using this treatment.
• You may feel a tingling or slight burning sensation, but this is normal. However, if it becomes too uncomfortable, rinse off immediately.
• After 10 minutes, rinse off the solution with lukewarm water and gently pat your face dry with a towel.
• After exfoliating, apply a soothing serum or moisturizer to hydrate and replenish your skin.
• Since this is a chemical exfoliant, it’s essential to follow up with sunscreen during the day because your skin will be more sensitive to the sun.
• Always wear sunscreen during the day while using AHA/BHA products, as your skin will be more sensitive to sun exposure.
• Avoid using this solution with other strong acids, retinols, or Vitamin C products, as they can increase irritation.

Safety and Precautions:

• Because this product is potent, it’s essential to do a patch test first.
• Avoid using it with other strong exfoliating products to prevent irritation.
• If you’re new to exfoliating acids, start with a lower concentration before moving to a 30% AHA solution.
• Apply small drops of the serum onto clean skin
• Do not further use if notice any kind of pustules, itchiness,  irritation, redness, or scratchy.
• Do not apply on bleached skin.
• Do not let children reach.