Alpha Hydrox AHA Enhanced Lotion Reviews

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4.1/5
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3.9/5
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4.2/5

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3.7/5 (69 votes)
Alpha Hydrox AHA Enhanced Lotion Reviews
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Abbi, Portland, OR
Mar 18th, 2009
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Pros:skin is softer, breakouts happen less often and are less severe, wrinkles are less noticeable, great for resistant skin like mine, skin is less oily during the day
Cons:can sting/burn if you have sensitive skin, due to exfoliating should only be used at night or under strong sunscreen
Bottom Line:I love this product! MY skin is 100% better than it was a year ago when I 1st started using it. The large wrinkle across my forehead is almost invisible and my acne has been brought under control. Also has been instrumental in getting rid of red and pink acne scars. Will use as long as its made :)
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Abbi has used this item for about a year.
Price Paid:12.00
Acne severity:moderate
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leet, NJ
Jan 20th, 2009
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Pros:Keeps acne under control... helps shrink new pimples faster... a little goes a long way. Helps with clearing dry skin and making skin tone even and smooth!
Cons:Stings a bit- do not apply too much or too often. Work up slow. A little runny- if you apply too much, you will look oily.
Bottom Line:I used this before with the Regimen (BP) and it worked wonderfully. I had stopped for about 2 years and my skin started breaking out again. I am going to be using this again but not with the BP Regimen- instead I am going to wash less and just use mainly this AHA lotion instead of piling on too many items at once. Hope it works- Update in a few weeks...
Recommended:Yes
Usage:leet has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:13.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Dave, cali
Oct 30th, 2008
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Pros:none
Cons:Burns and makes me break out.
Bottom Line:waste of money.
Recommended:No
Usage:Dave has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Jennifer, Katy, TX
Oct 27th, 2008
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Pros:cleared up my skin.
Cons:burning sensation the first few applications, but then it went away
Bottom Line:I have had this bottle for 6 months now and it is barely half empty - lasts a while. I use this in conjuction with the Alpha Hydrox Face wash. I can get it at Ulta - [link removed] also carries it currently. I am continuing to use it. I put it on and let it soak in a while - doesn't feel greasy or anything.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Jennifer has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:9.00
Acne severity:light
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Anonymous, Albany, New Yori
Oct 21st, 2008
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Pros:Easy to use, affordable, you can order it right from their own website.
Cons:None
Bottom Line:I have been using this product for years (at least 10) for adult acne. I am 51 years old and am told all the time I don't look a day over 30. This product not only keeps your face clear and glowing, it helps prevent aging!
Recommended:Yes
Price Paid:11.99
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Jerome, Chicago
Sep 2nd, 2008
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Pros:Got rid of cystic acne, prevented acne, and reduced scar marks
Cons:It's pretty oily..
Bottom Line:This product is really good at preventing acne.. it's a lot cheaper then AHA+ from acne.org
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Jerome has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:15.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Janet, Los Angeles, CA
Jun 30th, 2008
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Pros:This is a great product. I noticed results within two weeks of nightly application. My skin is smoother and seems to glow. It really helps to exfoliate my skin. I love it and I use this everyday after my benzoyl peroxide treatment gel.
Cons:If you use too much then there is a burning sensation. But it usually goes away. I think you have to build up a tolerance for this product so don't use too much at once.
Bottom Line:Give it a try. It's affordable and the bottle will last you a long time. It's been 4 months and I still haven't finished half the bottle.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Janet has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:15.00
Acne severity:light
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Anonymous, Seattle, WA
May 31st, 2008
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Pros:clears clogged pores, way less drying/peeling vs. salicylic acid, helps preserve acid mantle of skin
Cons:can be a little drying in sensitive areas of the face (near mouth. Use more sparingly, less frequently here.
Bottom Line:My skin just feels better when I use this! I am not clear yet, but this is really helping. My primary problem is clogged pores, so applying this on my face FIRST, prior to spot treating with BP, seems to work better than doing BP first. I also apply sunscreen/moisturizer afterwards. I have also used Lac-Hydrin 5, and that is milder AHA than this, but the lotion is also heavier which I don't like as much but it can be helpful when you want a little extra moisturizing. This product works much much better than salicylic acid for me because it is less drying. When I used salicylic, my face peeled a lot and spots took a loooong time to fade. I also want to try Alpha Hydrox's lightening lotion, which contains both AHA and hydroquinone to fade brown spots.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:11.00
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Traci, Chicago, IL
May 25th, 2008
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Pros:cleared up dark acne marks and other hyperpigmentation on my face; affordable; lasting product
Cons:found only on [link removed]
Bottom Line:I started using this product about two weeks ago and I can tell it's working. BP has helped control my mild case of acne but occasional zits cause hyperpigmentation and stays for months! I hated this so I tried the Alpha-Hydroxy to speed pass this process by Dan's rec. I see the dramatic improvement in my dark marks clearing up faster than without this product. I did go thru some mild purging that I think is seasonal more than anything. I didn't have an burning or stinging since my skin has been trained by habitual use of BP. These two products together are a double punch to acne and dark marks. I'm going to dry this lotion for other older hyperpigmented scars on my body.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Traci has used this item for a few weeks.
Price Paid:11.00
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Deb, Michigan
Mar 29th, 2008
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Pros:Smoothes out skin, eliminates blackheads, tightens pores. I've used for years and years.
Cons:It is hard to find. Everytime I find a new source, they eventually stop carrying it.
Bottom Line:Dove and Alpha Hydroxy Lotion are all it takes for me to have nice skin. Simple.
Recommended:Yes
Price Paid:9.75
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