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    • Home / Products / AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum
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    AHA + BHA 10% Charcoal Complex Serum

     

    AHA + BHA complex 10% serum contains glycolic, lactic and salicylic acid with activated charcoal to visibly clear pimples. Use daily or to boost the results of a Skin Republic Face Mask.

    Benefits 

    • 48% reduction in oil production after 2 weeks
    • 95% said pimples were visibly reduced after 7 days
    • 90% agreed this serum helped prevent pimples

    Key Ingredients

    Activated Charcoal

    • Draws out dirt, oil, and impurities from pores
    • Helps deeply cleanse and purify the skin
    • Absorbs excess oil and reduces shine
    • Helps minimise the appearance of pores
    • Leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed

    Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)

    • Gently exfoliate to remove dead skin cells
    • Help renew and resurface the skin
    • Promote smoother, softer skin texture
    • Support brighter, more radiant skin
    • Encourage healthy skin cell turnover

    How to use 

    Cleanse face. Apply a few drops of serum to face and neck. Wait for a minute for serum to absorb. Follow with a Skin Republic moisturiser or sheet mask.

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    Skin Concerns

    • Pimples
    • Oily skin
    • Rough skin texture

    Skin Types

    • Normal
    • Combination
    • Oily

    Blackheads, rough texture, breakouts, dullness, and excess oil.

    Not on the same night. Alternate evenings.

    Use once or twice daily – morning and/or evening – after cleansing and before moisturizing. Always follow with sunscreen during the day.

    Yes — BHA dissolves blackhead-causing oil inside pores.

    Patch test first; use slowly.

    Yes, once your skin tolerates it.

    Yes, some people may experience temporary breakouts when first using the product. This is often a normal adjustment period as the skin renews and clears out impurities.

    When to Apply

    Best applied in your evening routine.

    How to Apply

    Cleanse face. Apply a few drops of serum to face and neck. Wait for a minute for serum to absorb. Follow with a Skin Republic moisturiser or sheet mask.

    Activated Charcoal

    An excellent skin purifier charcoal acts as a magnet to draw out dirt, oil and bacteria from the skin’s pores. Activated charcoal is so effective that its proven to adsorb 200 times its own mass.

    Alpha Hydroxy Acids

    Naturally derived from plant sources, the main benefit of an alpha hydroxy acid is its ability to exfoliate the skin. They essentially remove the “glue” from the upper layer of skin that holds onto the old, dead skin cells.

    Salicylic Acid

    This multifunctional ingredient addresses many of the systemic causes of acne. For decades dermatologists have been prescribing salicylic acid as a gentle exfoliant and anti-inflammatory. Salicylic acid s antimicrobial properties make it extremely effective at treating breakouts.

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Lactic Acid, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycolic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide, Capryloyl/Caproyl Anhydro Methyl Glucamide, Carbon, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene.

    Ingredients may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the physical product for most up to date list of ingredients.

    Patch test is essential. Apply a broad spectrum SPF while using the product and for a week thereafter. Can cause irritation, redness and peeling, especially around the eyes and mouth, in the early stages of treatment while skin builds tolerance. If persistent irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Avoid contact with eyes. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from direct sunlight. Store in a cool, dry place at 5 - 25°C. Close lid tightly after use. Due to the activated charcoal the colour of the serum is black. When rubbed into skin it becomes transparent. Contains Salicylic Acid as Keratolytic agent. 9.5% AHA (glycolic, lactic) + 0.4% BHA (salicylic) + 0.1% tea tree oil and activated charcoal.

    Independent Study, Instrumental test of skin sebum level by using Sebumeter SM 815. Assessment of the comedogenic and acnegenic potential. 20 participants, D0, D1, D7, D14 twice daily application. Independent Consumer Questionnaire, 20 participants, 21 days of use.

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