Description
AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cream is Vivier’s leave-on exfoliating cream combining fruit acids with salicylic acid, for rough texture and congestion. Vivier directs one to two pumps to face, neck and chest once or twice daily, and advises keeping it out of the same routine as retinol.
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What it does
Vivier lists four benefits: the AHA and BHA complex gently exfoliates and refines skin texture, it helps prevent congestion and reduce blemishes, added antioxidants in the form of vitamins C and E help defend against environmental stressors, and peptides support firmer, smoother-looking skin. The brand calls it a three-in-one exfoliating cream.
Key ingredients
Vivier lists fruit acids as the AHA component and salicylic acid USP as the BHA, with vitamins C and E and peptides added. AHAs work at the surface and BHAs are oil-soluble, which is why the pair covers both texture and congestion.
Who it suits
Skin with rough texture and blockages rather than active inflamed acne. If you already use a retinol, this is an either-or decision on any given night, not an addition.
How to use it
One to two pumps to face, neck and chest, once or twice daily. Vivier specifically advises avoiding products containing AHA in the same routine as retinol, since both are strong actives. Daily sunscreen applies here as with any exfoliating routine.
How it fits with your treatments at Bar Beauty
Exfoliating acids need to be paused before most resurfacing appointments. We will give you the pause window with your booking so you do not arrive on over-exfoliated skin.
Buying Vivier in Toronto
Bar Beauty Medical stocks Vivier as an authorized retailer, which means someone can tell you whether this or a retinol is the right choice for you. Read more on our Vivier page, see how to verify authentic skincare, or browse all of our medical-grade skincare.
Bar Beauty Medical, 46 Fort York Blvd, CityPlace Toronto, open 7 days. Authorized retailer for the brands we stock. Product guidance here is general; we confirm what suits your skin and the right timing around any treatment at your free consultation.
Why we stock it: The texture-and-congestion option for patients who do not get on with retinol. Paused before chemical peel appointments.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use it with retinol?
Vivier advises against using AHA products in the same routine as retinol, because both are strong actives. Alternate them rather than layering, and we will set the schedule with you.
What acids are in it?
Vivier lists fruit acids as the AHA and salicylic acid USP as the BHA, alongside vitamins C and E and peptides.
How often should I apply it?
One to two pumps to face, neck and chest, once or twice daily, per Vivier.
Is it a wash-off product?
No, it is a leave-on cream rather than a rinse-off exfoliant.
Do you carry it in Toronto?
Yes, at 46 Fort York Blvd in CityPlace, as part of the Vivier range we stock as an authorized retailer.
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