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When you’re already acquainted with glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and benzoyl peroxide, you'll have also come across succinic acid. This ingredient is flexible and might effectively work for all skin types, making it a typical ingredient in skincare products that aim to combat pimples.
When you’re curious to learn more concerning the acid, we spoke with Dr. Jody Alpert Levine, a Latest York Dermatologist at Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC, who breaks down what succinic acid is, and its advantages for the skin, below.
What's succinic acid?
“Succinic acid is a kind of antimicrobial facial acid with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that helps regulate acidity and sebum production, limiting pimples breakouts,” Levine tells ESSENCE. “Succinic acids help...
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