Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy  acids.
Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), in particular glycolic acid, are a class of chemical compounds frequently used in cosmetics and dermatology. This review summarizes the current knowledge regarding chemistry, mechanism of action as well as the different indications ranging from cosmetic skin hydration to acne proven by clinical trials. Overall AHAs depending on the concentration used present an ingredient for cosmetic products or medical devices with proven efficacy.
Department of Dermatology, Regensburg University Hospital, Franz-Josef-Strauss-Allee Regensburg, Germany.
Philipp
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Babilas
Ulrich
U
Knie
Christoph
C
Abels
D003358:Cosmetics / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D006880:Hydroxy Acids / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*
D003358:Cosmetics; D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D006880:Hydroxy Acids