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Review
. 1997 Jun;64(6):327-9.
doi: 10.3949/ccjm.64.6.327.

Cosmetic use of alpha-hydroxy acids

D G Vidt  1 , W F Bergfeld
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Cosmetic use of alpha-hydroxy acids

D G Vidt et al. Cleve Clin J Med. 1997 Jun.
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Abstract

Frequent and daily use of cosmetic and skin-care products that contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) moisturizes the skin and produces smoother, less-wrinkled skin surfaces. The cosmetic products developed as astringents and exfoliants diminish skin scales and remove excess skin oil. New studies suggest that photodamaged skin improves with AHA treatment.

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