Dermatol. praxi. 2014;8(4):157-160

Fruit acids and their effects on skin

MUDr.Renata Pásková

Lékařské Centrum kůže a kosmetiky s. r. o. Přerov

Fruit acids are a large group of organic acids, rich in numerous representatives. Glycolic acid is considered by representatives of the basic unit

(table 1). For their proper u se is important not only knowledge of their effect on the epidermis and dermis (table 2), but also their specific

properties. In concentrations of 20–70% are AHA alone or in combination with BHA and phytic acid used for chemical peeling. For peeling

very superficial, superficial or moderately deep it is necessary to observe the conventions of selecting a suitable peeling preparation

before peeling and peeling subsequent execution itself. Lower concentrations of AHA 1–15%, especially PHA and their bionic forms have

their greatest application in the immediate and long-term postpeeling skincare. Fruit acids and their derivatives open a wide range of their

application. They can be applied not only separately, or in combination, but can also be combined to achieve greater resultant effect therapy

with dermatological or other rejuvenation techniques.

Keywords: AHA (alpha hydroxy acid), BHA (beta hydroxy acid), phytic acid, bionic acid amides, chemical peeling

Published: December 1, 2014  Show citation