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alpha-hydroxy acid n (Chemistry) a type of organic acid, commonly used in skin-care preparations, that has a hydroxyl group attached to the carbon atom next to the carbon atom carrying the carboxyl group How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For instance, he explains
why alpha-hydroxy acids soften the appearance of wrinkles but don't
eliminate the underlying problem. Now, here's the good part: If you
start smoothing on creams that contain alpha-hydroxy acids or vitamin C
(acne and anti-aging lotions often have them) while the marks are still
pink, they'll fade faster, says dermatologist Dr. " While natural alpha-hydroxy acids such as those found
in fruit are absorbed nicely in the acid-rich environment of the
stomach, Howard points out that "we don't normally rub fruit
on our skin. |
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