LHA (Caproloyl Salicylic Acid)

LHA in skincare is an ingredient that helps to renew and exfoliate the skin by removing the top layer and leaving the surface looking and feeling smooth. Its mild exfoliating action allows users to apply it daily without stripping skin.

Lipohydroxy acid is a derivative of salicylic acid, which means that it works similarly while having its own unique properties. LHA is more lipophilic, so it dissolves better in oils and lipids. This property makes LHA more efficient in skincare.

Capryloyl salicylic acid is another name for lipohydroxy acid (LHA). The chemical structure of the ingredient LHA allows it to dissolve easier in lipids than other salicylic acids.

Yes, LHA is mild enough for the skin that formulas containing this ingredient can be used once or twice daily.

Yes, lipohydroxy acid can be used with vitamin C. These two ingredients work synergistically to exfoliate and improve the skin’s overall radiance (respectively) by evening skin tone and texture.