hydroxy
adjective
hy·droxy
hī-ˈdräk-sē 
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There’s a dynamic duo of chemical exfoliants, alpha-hydroxy and beta-hydroxy acids.
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Cetaphil Skin Activator Hydrating & Firming Cream The cream is formulated with mandelic acid (an alpha-hydroxy acid or AHA), which gently exfoliates the surface layer of skin to support skin cell turnover, while centella asiatica helps soothe and strengthen the natural skin barrier.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Formulated in a Korean skin care lab, the facial serum is infused with alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), which gently lift dead skin cells and daily grime from your pores.
—Shani Cohen, Glamour, 12 Nov. 2025
Lactic acid, which is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), is an ingredient found in many over-the-counter (OTC) skincare products.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
Cetaphil Skin Activator Hydrating & Firming Cream The cream is formulated with mandelic acid (an alpha-hydroxy acid or AHA), which gently exfoliates the surface layer of skin to support skin cell turnover, while centella asiatica helps soothe and strengthen the natural skin barrier.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Formulated in a Korean skin care lab, the facial serum is infused with alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), which gently lift dead skin cells and daily grime from your pores.
—Shani Cohen, Glamour, 12 Nov. 2025
Lactic acid, which is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), is an ingredient found in many over-the-counter (OTC) skincare products.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
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“Hydroxy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hydroxy. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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hydroxy
adjective
hy·droxy
hī-ˈdräk-sē
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