Best of Derm Skin Care
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Take your skin care routine to the next level with products that have been tested or recommended by dermatologists. Find products for just about any skin concern, from acne and dryness to aging and dark spots—no appointment needed and priced right.
Skin Care Glossary
Decode the key ingredients in derm skin care products.
Retinol
A derivative of vitamin A used to stimulate the turnover of skin cells & increase collagen production.
Hyaluronic Acid
A sugar molecule found naturally in the skin, it increases skin’s moisture content & prevents water loss.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant that boosts collagen production & inhibits pigment formation.
Niacinamide
A form of vitamin B-3 that restores the skin barrier to improve the appearance of pores, fine lines & dull skin.
Hydroquinone
A hyperpigmentation treatment used to lighten dark spots, melasma, freckles, age spots, sun spots & acne scars.
Beta Hydroxy Acids
Also known as BHAs, these chemicals treat acne & sun damage by removing dead skin cells & excess sebum.
Salicylic Acid
A beta hydroxy acid often used in acne treatments that removes excess oil & dead skin cells.
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Often found in fine line-fighting products, these chemicals (also known as AHAs) stimulate the turnover of skin cells.
Glycolic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid derived from sugarcane, it aids in exfoliation & improving skin texture.
Lactic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid used to treat hyperpigmentation, age spots & dull skin while improving overall skin tone.
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