Exfoliant ingredient
LHA
INCI: Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
A lipophilic derivative of salicylic acid developed by L'Oréal, known as lipo-hydroxy acid (LHA), which exfoliates more gradually and selectively than salicylic acid with improved skin tolerability.
Also known as: lipo-hydroxy acid, lipohydroxy acid
ExfoliantKeratolyticAntimicrobialAnti-inflammatory
Benefits
- ✓Gentle surface exfoliation with lower irritation potential than salicylic acid
- ✓Penetrates sebum-rich pores to unclog them and reduce blackheads/whiteheads
- ✓Improves skin texture, clarity, and accelerates cell turnover
- ✓Inhibits melanin formation for brightening effect
Watch for
- ⚠May increase photosensitivity; sunscreen use recommended
- ⚠Approved by EU COSING in leave-on products; generally better tolerated than BHA
