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LHA: Salicylic Acid With a Longer Tail
Capryloyl salicylic acid is salicylic acid with a fatty chain attached, which is where the shorthand LHA comes from. That extra chain makes the molecule larger and more oil-loving, so it works closer to the skin's surface and at a gentler pace than plain BHA. Leave-on products intended for daily use are where it does best.
SkinCeuticals is the only brand in our store that formulates with it. LHA Cleanser Gel is the most direct expression of the ingredient; Blemish + Age Defense combines it with other acids for the look of congested skin, and it plays a supporting role in H.A. Intensifier Multi-Glycan and Hydrating B5 Gel.
Is LHA gentler than salicylic acid?
Generally, yes. Its larger size slows things down, so people who find traditional BHA drying often tolerate LHA formulas more comfortably — though patch testing is still worth doing.
How to shop at ELLEMES
We stock the SkinCeuticals line as an authorized retailer, and the Best Sellers Discovery Set is a low-commitment way to try the textures first.
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Featured Products with Capryloyl Salicylic Acid Reviews
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