A couple of questions

Why is BHA bad for skin?

Since both AHAs and BHAs are exfoliants, they can be very irritating to the skin if combined. If a person wants to use both AHA and BHA products for different skin problems, they should consult a doctor. Excessive skin irritation may worsen skin conditions and appearance.Apr 23, 2021

Is BHA good for your skin?

Although BHAs (like AHAs) have benefits for all skin types (hydrating, making fine lines and wrinkles less visible and improving firmness, skin tone and texture), they are particularly suitable for people with normal to oily skin, congested or enlarged pores, acne-prone skin and signs of skin ageing.

Is BHA safe for face?

Exfoliants containing BHA are safe to use for all skin tones and types and do not increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun.

Is using BHA everyday bad?

"Do not overuse an alpha-hydroxy-acid product," confirms Bolder. “Once every other day is plenty, unless you are on a programme with an expert that says otherwise.” However, it is often safe to use BHA daily. … “It's also important not to mix your AHAs, as this can cause immediate irritation and very unhappy skin!”

Do dermatologists recommend BHA?

“If you suffer from hyperpigmentation and/or are interested in targeting fine wrinkles, an AHA may be more beneficial,” says Stacy Chimento, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in Miami. “And if you're looking for a more effective acne treatment and suffer from oily skin, choosing a BHA will be more beneficial.”

Is niacinamide a BHA?

BHA decongests clogged pores through its oil-soluble exfoliating action, whereas niacinamide resets the pore lining back to its normal shape and size, aka what it was like before it became damaged and stretched.

Should I use BHA or AHA?

AHA is best for dry skin and surface-level skin concerns like acne scars. BHAs are best for oily and acne-prone skin types. You can use both by buying products with both ingredients, or by alternating products.

Can I use BHA with vitamin C?

What if I want to use an AHA/BHA with my vitamin C product? Vitamin C can have exfoliating effects on the skin, which is why we generally don't recommend mixing vitamin C with your AHAs and BHAs. As with using AHAs and BHAs together, throwing vitamin C into the mix can be a recipe for irritation.