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Skin Care Ingredients - What Exactly Are They? Real Simple Magazine

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Are you confused when you try to read the ingredients on the back of your skin care products? Educate yourself with Real Simple Magazine. Here are 4 out of 14 ingredients they defined.

Alpha Lipoic Acid is good for all skin types except sensitive. It is a popular ingredient to protect against aging and sun damage. Salicylic Acid is good for oily or normal skin and treats acne and irritation. Hyaluronic Acid is especially good for dry skin and fights aging. Ferulic Acid is good for normal and dry skin and fights aging sun damage and aging.

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Real Simple Magazine May 2008

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