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Resurface, strengthen and repair your skin for long-lasting hydration.
7 benefits, 1 drop: hydrate, repair barrier, soothe, smooth, strengthen, reduce visible redness, boost elasticity
Reverses a compromised skin barrier
Renews skin below the surface for healthier cell turnover
2 steps to dewy renewal
Our 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant resurfaces skin with a powerful yet gentle AHA blend for smoother, softer and brighter skin. While the 7% Ectoin + Hyaluronic Acid Milky Hydrating Serum delivers 7 skin barrier benefits in 1 drop for skin that's visibly dewy and healthier-looking.
Because skincare works best when it suits your skin type.
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and wait 15-30 minutes. Select what you see and how you feel.
7% EctoinStrengthens & visibly repairs skin.
Mandelic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid whose larger molecular size and slower rate of penetration make it the gentlest AHA.
Lactic Acid
This alpha hydroxy acid can be naturally derived from milk or lab-made, and helps the skin shed dead cells on the surface so you’ll see fewer wrinkles and discolouration.
6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant: Water (Aqua/Eau), 2,3-Butanediol, Mandelic Acid, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Myrica Cerifera (Bayberry) Fruit Extract, Akebia Quinata Stem Extract, Prunus Lannesiana Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Lysate, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Arginine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate. [IL366v2]
7% Ectoin + Hyaluronic Acid Milky Hydrating Serum: Water (Aqua/Eau), Ectoin, Isopentyldiol, Triethylhexanoin, Diisopropyl Adipate, Isoamyl Laurate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Undecane, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Squalane, Tridecane, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycogen, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate. [il424v1]
Exfoliant:
1. When to apply
Apply to clean skin. At first, use every other day and note skin’s response, then up to twice a day. For AM, always follow with SPF 30 or higher. For PM, follow with the rest of your routine.
2. How to apply
Gently shake 1-2x onto hands or a cotton pad and apply to face and neck. Do not rinse.
Treatment:
Most will find that they can use this ultra-gentle exfoliant daily – even if new to AHAs. The unique combination of synthetic mandelic acid, time-released lactic acid plus a wealth of skin-friendly fermented and soothing micronutrients makes it a great option for first-time users or those who’ve been sensitive to other AHA products in the past. If you are new to chemical exfoliants and/or have sensitive skin, it’s always best to gradually introduce this type of product into your routine. Start slowly, monitor your skin and adjust accordingly. During the day, always use a moisturiser with a broad-spectrum sun cream rated SPF 30 or greater.
While Paula’s Choice AHA exfoliants each deliver amazing results with their own distinctive qualities, this formula is our first water-light, ultra-gentle AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) liquid that goes beyond surface exfoliation to deliver an array of benefits, including skin renewal and improved skin barrier function. This is due to our unique combination of mandelic and lactic acid plus yarrow extract and a fermented blend of antioxidant plant extracts. This lightweight, leave-on exfoliant provides skin with an advanced combination of ingredients that softens rough skin, brightens a dull complexion and nourishes the skin’s microbiome for healthier, more fortified skin.
The formula contains a probiotic-fermented antioxidant blend that helps create healthy postbiotics and nutrients within skin that have an anti-ageing effect including visibly reducing redness, improving uneven tone and fortifying skin.
This booster is perfect for anyone dealing with dry or dehydrated skin. It is also ideal for barrier impairments or skin conditions marked by dryness, rough texture, itching, redness or sensitivity.
The high ectoin content (7%) is much more effective for relieving dehydrated, dry or stressed skin. The formula also contains 7 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid (in the form of sodium hyaluronate) for multi-layer moisture, plus humectant glycogen to replenish ceramides for a stronger skin barrier.
Ectoin as an ingredient is great for soothing irritation, reducing redness and improving skin barrier function which are all important for helping to manage a variety of conditions. For more complex skin concerns, we recommend you always consult with your GP or dermatologist before using any new skincare products.
Yes, both formulas in this kit are a good choice for sensitive or redness-prone skin. The SKIN PERFECTING 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant is considered our most gentle AHA. It’s formulated with antioxidants and soothing ingredients which is even suitable for those with symptoms of rosacea such as redness, sensitivity and skin that feels dry, tight or uncomfortable. We recommend starting slowly, monitoring your skin and adjusting accordingly. During the day, always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater. The Ectoin Booster is also suitable because its gentle touch calms and soothes sensitive, redness-prone skin while delivering deep hydration and increased barrier strength. It also forms what’s known as “hydration shells” around skin cells, protecting them from external triggers of redness and signs of irritation. It can also help inhibit pathways within the skin that lead to visible redness flares and the sensations associated with sensitive skin. If facial redness is among your top concerns, our CALM collection is a good choice and all its formulas pair well with this 7% Ectoin + Hyaluronic Acid Milky Hydrating Serum.
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