APLB AHA BHA PHA Centella Facial Cream 55ML

This facial cream features a significant concentration of the AHA BHA PHA CEN™ complex (stated as 26.0% or higher), which thoughtfully combines different types of exfoliating acids with powerful calming ingredients:

• AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid – Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid): These water-soluble acids work on the surface of the skin to loosen and remove dead skin cells. This gentle exfoliation helps to smooth rough texture, improve overall skin tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and enhance skin radiance.
• BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid – Betaine Salicylate): An oil-soluble exfoliant that can penetrate deeper into the pores. It helps to dissolve excess sebum and debris, effectively clearing clogged pores, reducing blackheads and whiteheads, and minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores, making it particularly beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin.
• PHA (Poly Hydroxy Acid – Gluconolactone): A larger molecule exfoliant compared to AHAs and BHAs, making it much gentler and less irritating. PHAs provide mild exfoliation, improve skin texture, and offer significant hydrating benefits, helping to maintain the skin’s moisture barrier and prevent dryness.
• Centella Asiatica Extract (25.8%) and Centella 3x Complex (Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid): These “Cica” ingredients are fundamental to the cream’s soothing capabilities. They are highly renowned for their anti-inflammatory, healing, and moisturizing properties. They actively work to calm irritated skin, reduce redness, and strengthen the skin’s natural barrier, effectively counteracting any potential sensitivity from the exfoliating acids.
• Tea Tree Leaf Extract (Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract – 2,000ppm): Known for its purifying and soothing properties, particularly beneficial for blemish-prone skin and helping to tighten pores.
• Turmeric Root Extract (Curcuma Longa Root Extract): Included for its antioxidant and revitalizing properties, contributing to a healthier and more vibrant complexion.
• Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid): Provides intense hydration, plumping the skin and helping to reduce the look of fine lines.
• Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter): A rich emollient that offers deep moisturization and helps improve skin elasticity.
• Squalane: A stable emollient that provides non-greasy moisture and supports a healthy skin barrier.
• Beta-Glucan: Another excellent humectant that soothes and aids in skin barrier repair.

The APLB AHA BHA PHA Centella Facial Cream boasts a lightweight, non-sticky texture that absorbs quickly, leaving the skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. It is formulated to have a weakly acidic pH (close to healthy skin’s natural pH) to prevent irritation. Furthermore, it is fragrance-free and free from artificial coloring, mineral oil, parabens, and sulfates, adhering to “clean beauty” standards and making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

How to Use:

1. After cleansing and toning (and applying any serums, like the APLB AHA BHA PHA Centella Ampoule Serum, if using): Take a moderate amount of the cream onto your fingertips.
2. Apply evenly: Gently apply the cream evenly over your entire face.
3. Pat for absorption: Lightly pat the cream into your skin until it is fully absorbed.
4. Frequency: For beginners, start by using it 2-3 times a week, gradually increasing frequency if your skin tolerates it well. It can be used in both morning and evening routines.
5. Important Daytime Note: When incorporating exfoliating acids (AHA, BHA, PHA) into your routine, it is absolutely crucial to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every morning, even on cloudy days. Exfoliants can increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun, making it more vulnerable to sun damage and hyperpigmentation.

Ingredient List:

• Water
• Centella Asiatica Extract (25.8%)
• Glycerin
• Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
• Butylene Glycol
• Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
• Gluconolactone
• Citric Acid
• Betaine Salicylate
• Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract
• Sodium Hyaluronate
• Stearic Acid
• Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
• Hydrogenated Polydecene
• Trideceth-10
  
• Silica
• Glyceryl Stearate
• Beeswax
• Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
• Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
• Betaine
• Trehalose
• Sodium Citrate
• Nelumbo Nucifera Extract
• Artemisia Annua Extract
• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
• Saccharomyces Ferment
• Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
• Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
• Squalane
• Adenosine
• Beta-Glucan
• Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
• Madecassic Acid
• Asiaticoside
• Asiatic Acid
• Disodium EDTA
• Sodium Benzoate
• Phenoxyethanol
• Ethylhexylglycerin