Editor Tip: Both retinol and alpha hydroxy acids can leave you sensitive to sun exposure, so don’t forget to apply sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30. Key Ingredients: Retinol, glycolic acid, niacinamide | Who It’s For: People prone to hyperpigmentation or those with uneven texture | Fragrance-Free: Yes Best Body Wash: Murad Acne Control … Read more
Specifically, New Jersey-based board-certified dermatologist Shari Sperling, MD, says alpha and beta hydroxy acids (AHAs and BHAs) are the way to go. “When treating keratosis pilaris, it is important to look for products with lactic, salicylic, or glycolic acid to help smooth skin,” she says. New York City-based board-certified dermatologist David Kim, MD, adds that … Read more
Their ingredient lists may read a bit differently, too. “You will often see isododecane [in body foundations], which is an emollient that leaves a smooth finish and sets the pigments without leaving a smear,” King says. Oil-based emollients typically added to face foundation are notably missing, though, as they create smudges, she adds. (That said, … Read more
