How to use acids in your skincare routine

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Malin and Goetz, Glycolic Acid Pads, £40, Space NK Nowadays, on the back of recommendations from the beauty world’s elite, acids are quickly becoming a staple on our bathroom shelves and, in proper dosages, can make for clearer and brighter skin. open image in gallery Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate, £49.50, Kiehl’s Glycolic Acid Categorised as an AHA, glycolic acid is often referred to as the holy grail of acids. open image in gallery Sarah Chapman, Liquid Facial Resurfacer, £38, Cult Beauty Salicylic Acid Regarded by many as the main player in BHAs, salicylic acid dives deep into congested skin to relieve clogged pores and blackheads while reducing bacterial growth. open image in gallery The Ordinary, Glycolic Acid 7 Per Cent Toning Solution, £7, Asos Retinol A form of vitamin A, retinol is famed for its anti-ageing properties and ability to tackle several different skin concerns at once, including sun damage, fine lines, pores, acne and overall texture.