Want smoother, clearer skin without a separate exfoliation step?
The APLB AHA BHA PHA Centella Facial Cream builds gentle exfoliation directly into your daily moisturiser. Powered by AHA BHA PHA CEN™ 26.0% — AHA (Citric Acid, 100ppm), BHA (Betaine Salicylate, 100ppm), PHA (Gluconolactone, 100ppm), Tea Tree Leaf Extract (2,000ppm) and 25.8% Centella Asiatica Extract — this cream exfoliates, hydrates and calms simultaneously in one lightweight application.
All three acid types are at low, skin-friendly concentrations — effective enough to improve texture, minimise pores and support cell renewal without the irritation of dedicated exfoliant treatments. AHA (Citric Acid) exfoliates the surface and brightens. BHA (Betaine Salicylate) is oil-soluble, penetrating into the pore lining to clear congestion and reduce breakouts. PHA (Gluconolactone) is the gentlest of the three — exfoliating while simultaneously acting as a humectant and antioxidant, making it ideal for sensitive skin. Tea Tree Leaf Extract (2,000ppm) adds antibacterial and pore-clarifying support.
Centella Asiatica Extract (25.8%) calms the skin throughout, supported by the Centella 3x Complex (Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid). Shea Butter, Macadamia Oil, Beeswax, Squalane, Betaine, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrolyzed Collagen provide rich hydration and nourishment alongside the exfoliation. Cosmetic ingredient safety grade 1–2. Weak acid pH. Fragrance-free.
How To Use
As the final step of your skincare routine, apply a moderate amount to the face working from inner to outer along skin texture. Gently pat to aid absorption. Use morning and evening. Always apply SPF 30+ in the morning when using AHA or BHA products.
Key Benefits
AHA BHA PHA CEN™ 26.0% — AHA (100ppm), BHA (100ppm), PHA (100ppm), Tea Tree (2,000ppm) and 25.8% Centella Asiatica Extract
AHA (Citric Acid) — surface exfoliation, brightening and skin renewal
BHA (Betaine Salicylate) — oil-soluble, clears inside the pore, reduces congestion and breakouts
PHA (Gluconolactone) — gentle exfoliation plus humectant and antioxidant benefits, ideal for sensitive skin
Tea Tree Leaf Extract (2,000ppm) — antibacterial and pore-clarifying
All skin types including sensitive and acne-prone. Cosmetic ingredient safety grade 1–2, weak acid pH and fragrance-free. Pregnancy-safe — contains no Retinol. Note: contains Betaine Salicylate (BHA); if you are pregnant, check with your GP or midwife before use as a precaution.
What are AHA, BHA and PHA and how do they differ?
AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) exfoliates the skin's surface — improving texture and brightness. BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid) is oil-soluble and works inside the pore, clearing congestion and preventing breakouts. PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid) is the gentlest — it exfoliates at the surface while also hydrating and acting as an antioxidant. Using all three at low concentrations in a daily moisturiser delivers the benefits of all three without the irritation of dedicated acid treatments.
Is this suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes. The concentrations are low and gentle — 100ppm each — and the formula includes 25.8% Centella Asiatica to calm throughout. It has passed cosmetic ingredient safety grade 1–2 testing and is formulated at a skin-friendly weak acid pH.
Do I need SPF with this cream?
Yes. AHA and BHA exfoliants increase the skin's sensitivity to UV. Always apply SPF 30+ as the final step of your morning routine.
Is it suitable for acne-prone skin?
Yes — the BHA (Betaine Salicylate) clears inside the pore and the Tea Tree Leaf Extract (2,000ppm) provides antibacterial support, making this an excellent daily moisturiser for acne-prone skin.
Is it fragrance-free?
Yes — completely fragrance-free, cosmetic ingredient safety grade 1–2 and weak acid pH.
Is it pregnancy-safe?
The formula contains Betaine Salicylate (BHA) at 100ppm — a very low concentration. It contains no Retinol. As a precaution with any BHA-containing product, check with your GP or midwife during pregnancy.
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