Can I use AHA/BHA Peel every day?
Does It Mix engine · how often
No. A peel is an occasional treatment, not a daily step. Follow the label's frequency and never use it on irritated or broken skin.
How to build up
- Use it on its own night, as directed, then a plain moisturizer.
- Skip retinoids and other acids that night and the next.
- Sunscreen every morning.
Don't stack it with
Retinol · No, not togetherVitamin C · Yes, with timingTretinoin · No, not togetherSalicylic Acid · No, not togetherGlycolic Acid · No, not togetherBenzoyl Peroxide · No, not together
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FAQ
What should I do if AHA/BHA Peel irritates my skin?
Cut back to fewer days, keep a gentle cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen, and reintroduce slowly once skin calms down. See a dermatologist if irritation persists.
Sources
- Kornhauser A, Coelho SG, Hearing VJ. Applications of hydroxy acids: classification, mechanisms, and photoactivity. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2010;3:135-142.
- Efficacy of alpha and beta hydroxy acid chemical peels in postacne pigmentation: a double-blinded, randomized, controlled trial. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2022;15(1).