The Fruit Acids - AHA Active Ingredient by Aroma-Zone
RADIANT REGENERATING EXFOLIANT
The natural active ingredient with a skin-renewing effect.
Exfoliating, purifying, and regenerating, AHA fruit acids are the active ingredients that transform dull, tired skin. Thanks to their skin-renewing effect, they boost the complexion's radiance and give it an instant glow.
Anti-ageing
£3.00
10 ml
4 options
Sebum-regulating
Anti-blemishes
£7.00
30 ml
2 options
Exfoliating
Peeling effect
£8.00
30 ml
4 options
Anti-ageing
Anti-wrinkle
£8.00
30 ml
2 options
Radiant complexion
Antioxidant
£9.00
30 ml
2 options
Moisturising
Plumping
£6.50
30 ml
4 options
Anti-blemishes
Sebum-regulating
£7.00
30 ml
3 options
Anti-ageing
Anti-blemishes
£9.00
30 ml
2 options
Fruit Acids - AHA Aroma-Zone Profile
INCI Name: Aqua & Vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract & Saccharum officinarum extract & Citrus aurantium dulcis fruit extract & Citrus limon fruit extract & Acer saccharum extract
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BIOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Aroma-Zone’s AHA - Fruit Acids active ingredient contains 45 to 55% fruit acids, including lactic, glycolic, and tartaric acids. Glycolic acid is the smallest of the AHAs, so it is best absorbed by the skin and the most active.
TRACEABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY: naturally derived active ingredient. The AHAs used by Aroma-Zone are derived from fruits and plants: blueberry, sugarcane, orange, lemon, and maple.
AHA Fruit Acids: How Do They Work on the Skin?
Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), or fruit acids, are organic acids naturally found in many fruits. They act as exfoliants: they remove dead skin cells from the surface of the epidermis—the corneocytes—by breaking down the bonds that hold them together. Skin texture is refined, the complexion becomes even and radiant, and imperfections are reduced.
AHAs also stimulate cell turnover. They trigger an increase in the synthesis of collagen, which is responsible for skin firmness, and of glycosaminoglycans (such as hyaluronic acid), which are responsible for skin hydration. The skin is plumped up and wrinkles are smoothed out.
What are the differences between AHA and BHA?
AHA (alpha-hydroxy acids), such as glycolic acid or lactic acid, act primarily on the skin’s surface to exfoliate and smooth the skin texture, while BHA (beta-hydroxy acids), such as salicylic acid, have a particular affinity for sebum-rich areas, making them better suited for pores and blemishes.
Both provide powerful keratolytic and exfoliating action, but each offers more or less targeted benefits depending on your specific concerns.
For pimples, blackheads, ingrown hairs, enlarged pores, excess sebum, or dry or oily dandruff: turn to salicylic acid. It is one of the essential natural active ingredients for caring for oily and/or acne-prone skin. Salicylic acid also has a soothing effect, which is not the case with fruit acids
For skin spots, sun-damaged skin, skin affected by smoking or pollution, dull complexion, wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, or rough skin: opt instead for AHA fruit acids. These active ingredients help renew your skin in the blink of an eye, while addressing the signs of aging.
Precautions regarding AHAs - fruit acids
Some skin types are sensitive to AHAs (fruit acids). We recommend that you always perform a sensitivity test for at least 24 hours on the inside of your elbow with each of your formulations before use. If your skin is sensitive, add Bisabolol, a soothing active ingredient, to your formulations.
Scientifically proven efficacy
A study* has demonstrated the effectiveness of applying a lotion containing AHAs in reducing signs of photoaging in the epidermis and dermis. Collagen density increases, elastin fibers improve in quality, and glycosaminoglycan levels rise.
*See the bibliography at the end of this article.
It depends on the dosage!
Due to their exfoliating effect, AHAs can very slightly thin the stratum corneum (the thickness of the epidermis) and thus reduce the skin’s ability to protect itself from the sun. This is why you may sometimes read that fruit acids and sun exposure don’t mix well.
However, this depends on the type of product used, the frequency of use, and the concentration of fruit acids. Applying a fruit acid mask every two weeks will not have the same effects as daily use of a highly concentrated AHA serum.
Always apply sunscreen with a high SPF when exposed to the sun (regardless of the type of skincare product you use!).
If you use our 10% Glycolic Acid & AHA Concentrated Face Serum, apply it only in the evening, use daily sunscreen, and avoid sun exposure for up to one week after the last application.
