(AHA's: glycolic acid, lactic acid, tartaric acid, malic acid, citric acid, salicyclkic acid, L-alpha hydroxy acid, mixed fruit acids and others; on the Canadian hotlist)

Functions: Exfoliant
Potential Effects: Longterm skin damage; skin discolouration; swelling, especially around the eyes; skin blistering; itchines; rashes; liver toxicity; photosensitivity; higher risk of skin cancer. DO NOT USE on children or infants
Cosmetic Uses: Skin peels, skin toner, face and body creams, cuticle softeners, skin cleansers, skin improvers, shampoos

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