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How to Use Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide in Your Skincare Routine for Clear, Matte Skin and Smaller-Looking Pores
One is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), and the other is a form of vitamin B3. Together, they’re especially helpful for oily skin, enlarged pores and adult acne. But even if you don’t deal with those conditions, they actually offer a long list of benefits for every skin type.
What is Hydroxy Acid?
Hydroxy acids function to smooth, tighten, firm and brighten. They encourage stimulation of healthy new skin cells as they encourage exfoliation, can also function beneath the skin's topical layer to penetrate the epidermal and dermal layer. Overtime, these acids are proven to be effective and observers that use these acids typically consistently notice a significant difference in their skin's smoothness as it works to exfoliate.
