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AHA BHA 10% Face Exfoliator
A chemical exfoliant built around AHA and Lactic acid, for smoothing and hydration.
Brand price
INR 539.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dry skin
- Oily skin
- Combination skin
- Sensitive skin
- Dullness
- Uneven texture
How to use
Apply 3-4 drops. Avoid contact with eyes. It should not be used on sensitive or compromised skin. When to use: PM. If you are new to direct acids, start with alternate days & gradually increase the frequency to once per day.
What's inside
Ingredients List
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- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Key Ingredients
AHA3
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Benefits
Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Lecithin, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid
Brightening3
Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.
Dark Spots3
Fades dark spots for a more even tone.
Exfoliating4
Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.
Concerns
Ingredients Explained
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Aqua
Solvent
Methylpropanediol
Solvent
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
Learn more about Methylpropanediol →Lactic Acid
Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Lactic Acid →Dimethyl Isosorbide
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-methyl-D-glucitol
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Buffering
Glycolic Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Glycolic Acid →Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Learn more about Ethoxydiglycol →Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Mandelic Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Mandelic Acid →Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
Learn more about Sodium Hydroxide →3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a vitamin C derivative.
Learn more about 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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Dupes
- The Derma Co The Derma Co. X Dr V Skin Renew ABC Peptide Exfoliator Serum with Lactic Acid77% match
- No7 Derm Solutions™ AHA Smoothing Treatment70% match
- Deconstruct Exfoliating AHA BHA PHA Serum with Liposomal Technology68% match
- The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution67% match
- Skintific AHA BHA PHA Exfoliating Pads64% match
- Glad2Glow AHA BHA PHA Intensive Peeling Solution63% match