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COSMO AHA + BHA.

Name: COSMO AHA + BHA. - Habillon Pharmacy
Price: 917 KES
Availability: InStock

Original price was: KSh1,310.Current price is: KSh917.

Oily or acne‑prone skin (pores, blackheads, whiteheads) — BHA helps clear deep oil/clogged pores.

Dull, uneven, or textured skin — AHA helps smooth and brighten tone.

People wanting clearer, smoother, more radiant skin with fewer breakouts and smoother texture.

Use with caution if you have:

Sensitive skin, eczema, rosacea, or easily irritated skin — acids might be too harsh.

Recently undergone hair removal, chemical peel, or have sunburn — wait until skin heals.

Plan to spend prolonged time in the sun — must commit to regular sunscreen.

AHA (Alpha‑Hydroxy Acid) — Typically acids like glycolic, lactic, citric, etc. When applied to skin, AHAs exfoliate the surface layer by loosening dead skin cells. This can: smooth out rough or dull skin, improve uneven tone, lighten superficial pigmentation, help with fine lines, and improve skin texture.
BHA (Beta‑Hydroxy Acid — usually salicylic acid) — Oil‑soluble, BHA penetrates pores to help clear out excess sebum, dead cells, and comedones (blackheads/whiteheads). It can help reduce breakouts, minimize clogged pores, control oil, and improve skin clarity — especially helpful for oily, acne‑prone or congested skin.
When combined — An AHA + BHA formulation aims to offer both surface‑level and deeper‑pore exfoliation: smoothing texture + reducing dullness or spotty tone (AHA) and clearing pores + controlling oil/acne (BHA). Many “AHA + BHA” exfoliating serums or solutions are marketed for improving skin texture, reducing blackheads/whiteheads, unclogging pores, refining skin tone, and giving an overall smoother, clearer complexion.

Typical Benefits

Smoother, brighter skin: Dead cells and dull surface layer get exfoliated, revealing fresher skin underneath — helps with dullness, uneven tone, and rough texture.
Clearer pores and fewer breakouts: BHAs help dissolve sebum and unclog pores, which may reduce blackheads, whiteheads, and some acne.
Improved skin renewal and texture: Regular exfoliation can help even out skin texture, smooth fine lines or rough patches, and support more radiant skin.
Better absorption of other products: Removing dead skin cells can help moisturizers/serums penetrate better and work more effectively.

Because AHA/BHA are chemical exfoliants, they come with potential side effects if misused:

Irritation, dryness, redness, peeling — especially when skin is new to acids or if overused.
Increased sensitivity to sunlight. When you exfoliate, the fresh skin underneath is more vulnerable — makes sunscreen a must.
Risk of over‑exfoliation. Using strong acid products too often (or layering with other actives like retinol or vitamin C) can damage your skin barrier, cause irritation or inflammation.
Not suitable for broken, inflamed, or very sensitive skin — or immediately after procedures like waxing, chemical peels, or sunburn.

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