{"title":"DermNet — Alpha hydroxy acid facial treatments","entity_type":"Source","slug":"dermnet-alpha-hydroxy-acid-facial-treatments","canonical_url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/sources/dermnet-alpha-hydroxy-acid-facial-treatments","dates":{"date_modified":"2026-05-11","date_reviewed":"2026-05-11"},"mcp_eligible":true,"evidence_sources":[],"product_fact_sources":[],"related_entities":[{"title":"Lactic Acid","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/ingredients/lactic-acid"},{"title":"The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/products/the-ordinary-glycolic-acid-7-exfoliating-toner"},{"title":"Glycolic Acid","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/ingredients/glycolic-acid"},{"title":"How often should I exfoliate my face?","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/how-often-should-i-exfoliate-my-face"},{"title":"What's the difference between AHA and BHA exfoliants?","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/whats-the-difference-between-aha-and-bha"},{"title":"What causes dull skin and how do I get a glow?","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/what-causes-dull-skin-and-how-do-i-get-a-glow"},{"title":"Should I use a toner in my skincare routine?","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/should-i-use-a-toner-in-my-skincare-routine"},{"title":"How do I shrink large pores on my face?","url":"https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/how-do-i-shrink-large-pores-on-my-face"}],"body_sections":[{"heading":"Quick Summary","paragraphs":["DermNet guidance on AHA facial treatments, used for AHA mechanism, tolerance, and facial exfoliation context."]},{"heading":"What Studied","paragraphs":["Dermatology reference on alpha hydroxy acid facial treatments."]},{"heading":"Main Findings","paragraphs":["DermNet discusses AHA examples, effects, and adverse effects that can include irritation, dryness, and sun sensitivity."]},{"heading":"Why It Matters","paragraphs":["This source supports the Glycolic Acid Ingredient entity and the AHA-versus-BHA section."]}],"source_type":"other","original_source_url":"https://dermnetnz.org/topics/alpha-hydroxy-acid-facial-treatments"}