It can be found in a variety of skincare products like cleansers, moisturisers and serums. Concentrations range from low (such as 3%) up to much higher concentrations used in clinic peels.
An exfoliant aids to restore the natural process of skin turnover.
In gently removing dead skin cells it can unclog pores helping to prevent breakouts, encourage collagen production and rehydrate the skin resulting in healthy rejuvenated skin.