Body Acid Serum 180 ml MHD 10/26

The Body Acid Serum by Josh Rosebrook brings active ingredient skincare to the body - the kind of care otherwise more commonly associated with sophisticated facial skincare. A combination of glycolic acid, a natural hibiscus acid complex, and papaya enzymes loosens dead skin cells, smooths rough and hardened areas, and gradually makes uneven-looking skin appear finer and clearer.

• The reason for the reduction is a shortened best-before date of 10/26
• Note: The best-before date is not an expiration or use-by date. These products can be used safely for many more months without any noticeable loss of quality.

Unlike a classic body scrub, the serum works without rubbing and remains on the skin. This is particularly interesting for rough upper arms and thighs, uneven skin texture, or skin that quickly develops hardened areas around the hair follicles. Regular exfoliation between shaving or waxing can also help keep the skin's surface smooth and free of excess dead skin cells.

• Product type: exfoliating leave-on serum for the body
• Skin types: suitable for all skin types; sensitive skin should gradually become accustomed to use
• Skin concerns: rough, hardened, dull, or uneven-looking body skin and hair follicles that appear congested
• Main effect: loosens dead skin cells, smooths rough areas, and makes skin texture and tone appear more even
• Active ingredient complex: glycolic acid, hibiscus flower acids, and papaya enzymes
• Moisture: aloe vera, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and red algae help counteract dry-feeling skin
• Texture: lightweight, silky serum that remains on the skin
• Quality: made with numerous certified organic plant-based ingredients, vegan, cruelty-free, made in the USA

Aloe vera, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and red algae provide the skin with moisture, while sunflower, sesame, and avocado oils contribute skin-conditioning lipids. White tea, rose, goji, açaí, and vitamin E complement the formula with antioxidant plant compounds. The result is not an aggressive acid treatment, but a silky body serum that combines exfoliation, moisture, and care in a single step.

Key active ingredients

• Glycolic acid belongs to the alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs, and has a particularly small molecular size. It loosens the bonds between dead skin cells on the skin's surface, allowing excess hardened skin to be shed more evenly. Especially on the arms, legs, décolleté, or back, where the skin is often rougher and thicker than on the face, it can visibly smooth skin texture and refine a dull, uneven skin tone.
• Hibiscus flower acid is not a single active ingredient in Josh Rosebrook products, but a complex of various organic acids derived from Hibiscus sabdariffa, including pyruvic, malic, citric, and tartaric acids. The different acids complement glycolic acid and provide multilayered exfoliation. At the same time, the hibiscus complex offers moisture-supporting properties - this combination of renewal and hydration is characteristic of Josh Rosebrook's approach to acids.
• Papaya enzymes complement chemical exfoliation enzymatically. Proteolytic enzymes such as papain help loosen the protein bonds between dead cells in the outermost horny layer. This allows rough flakes of skin to detach more easily without mechanical scrubbing. Together with the fruit acids, this creates multistage yet controlled smoothing of the skin's surface.
• Aloe vera, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and Irish moss form the formula's moisture-binding base. Glycerin and hyaluronic acid attract water and help retain it in the horny layer. Aloe vera additionally contributes moisturizing polysaccharides. Irish moss, a red alga from the North Atlantic, is also rich in polysaccharides and forms a fine film on the skin. This combination explains why the Body Acid Serum does not feel like a classic acid peel despite its exfoliating effect.
• Sunflower, sesame, and avocado oils complement the water-binding ingredients with conditioning lipids. Sunflower oil is particularly rich in linoleic acid, sesame oil provides a broad spectrum of fatty acids and accompanying antioxidants, while avocado oil contributes a richer, supple component. This leaves the skin soft and conditioned after exfoliation.
• White tea, rose petals, goji, açaí, and vitamin E provide a blend of polyphenols, carotenoids, and other antioxidant plant compounds. They complement acid care with protection against oxidative stress and make the formula considerably more complex than a simple AHA body serum.

How to use

• Apply one pump to clean, dry body skin and massage in until the serum has been fully absorbed.
• Use as needed on targeted rough or uneven areas or over larger areas of the body.
• When well tolerated, the Body Acid Serum can be used daily. Sensitive skin should initially become accustomed to the acids by using it two to three times a week.
• Particularly suitable for upper arms, legs, thighs, back, and other areas with rough or hardened skin.
• For shaving or waxing, it is best to use regularly between hair-removal sessions. Do not apply to freshly shaved, irritated, or damaged skin.
• Not recommended for the face. For comparable acid care on the face, the Daily Acid Toner is suitable.
• The product contains AHA. This may increase the skin's sensitivity to light. During use and for one week afterward, use sun protection, wear protective clothing, and limit intense sun exposure.
• For external use only.

FAQ

How does the Body Acid Serum differ from a classic body scrub?
It contains no mechanical exfoliating particles. Glycolic acid and hibiscus acids chemically loosen excess dead skin cells, while papaya enzymes complement exfoliation enzymatically. The serum is not rinsed off afterward but remains on the skin as a treatment.

Is the serum suitable for small rough bumps on the upper arms and thighs?
Yes. The combination of AHA and enzymes is particularly interesting for thickened, unevenly hardened skin. It helps continuously remove accumulated dead skin cells, so the skin feels smoother and finer with regular use.

Can the Body Acid Serum help with ingrown hairs?
Regular exfoliation keeps the outermost layer of skin smoother and helps reduce excessive accumulations of dead skin cells around hair follicles. This makes the serum particularly interesting between shaving or waxing sessions. However, acids should not be used on immediately freshly shaved or irritated skin.

Do the acids dry out the skin?
The formula is deliberately designed differently from many classic acid products. Aloe vera, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and red algae bind moisture, while sunflower, sesame, and avocado oils provide lipids. This allows the serum to combine exfoliation with a simultaneously hydrating and conditioning base.

Can sensitive skin use the Body Acid Serum?
Yes, the manufacturer also recommends it for sensitive skin. However, if the skin is not accustomed to acid care, it is advisable to begin with a few applications per week and gradually increase the frequency.

Can I use the serum every day?
Yes, if well tolerated. For many skin types, however, using it several times a week is already sufficient. Consistent regularity matters less than using it as frequently as possible.

Why is sun protection important when using a body serum with acids?
Alpha hydroxy acids can increase sensitivity to UV radiation. Sun protection should therefore be used consistently when arms, legs, shoulders, or décolleté are exposed to the sun.

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Josh Rosebrook

Josh Rosebrook combines modern active-ingredient skincare with high-quality plant-based care. The independent, owner-operated brand develops distinctive formulas in small batches and deliberately combines effective cosmetic ingredients with organic plants, algae, and proprietary extracts. This approach is particularly evident in the Body Acid Serum: effective acid exfoliation is not used in isolation but embedded in a complex, moisturizing, conditioning base.

Ingredients

*Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, *Glycerin, *Sunflower Seed Oil, Irish Moss (Red Algae) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hibiscus Flower Acid, Water, Glycolic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Triisostearyl Citrate, *Sesame Seed Oil, *Avocado Oil, Papaya (Papaya Enzyme) Leaf Extract, *Rose Petals, *White Tea Extract, *Goji Berry Extract, *Acai Berry Powder, *Rose Geranium Hydrosol, *Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin.

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