BHA
2 of 2abbreviation or noun
plural BHAs
: beta hydroxy acid
… BHAs or a combination of AHAs and BHAs are best for the breakout-prone.—
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Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 19 Apr. 2026
The decision will discourage move-ins and tempt residents to hike more than a mile to a regular RTD bus stop, which can be risky, especially in severe weather, BHA executive director Kristin Hyser said.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2026
As in this moisturizing CeraVe cream, beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) is able to penetrate past superficial layers to turn skin into a smooth canvas while fading age spots and hyperpigmentation.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
This refreshing exfoliating toner clears out buildup that can exaggerate uneven texture, thanks to a 4-HA complex (AHA, BHA, PHA, LHA) that sweeps away dead skin cells without tipping into irritation.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Mar. 2026
The Jockey Club, owner of Britain’s most prestigious courses, including Aintree, Newmarket, Epsom and Cheltenham itself, responded to Allen’s resignation by demanding a corporate governance review at the Racecourse Association (one of the bodies currently represented on the BHA board).
—Ian King, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
Olay Super Serum Body Wash is formulated with ingredients such as vitamin E, collagen peptide, vitamin C, niacinamide, and BHA, which combine to create a powerful formula that hydrates, firms, brightens, evens, and smooths the skin.
—Claire West, Parents, 27 Feb. 2026
Still, Nestle applauded the FDA’s move to launch a new safety review of BHA.
—Berkeley Lovelace Jr, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
Health advocates have long pushed for tighter scrutiny of BHA, which the FDA flagged for reassessment during its overhaul of its post-market chemical review process.
—Siddhi Mahatole, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
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Single-source grants The legislative auditor’s report found that from July 2022 through December 2024, BHA paid out roughly $200 million annually to counties, tribes and providers for services related to mental health and substance abuse disorder, totaling some 830 separate grant agreements.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 19 Apr. 2026
The decision will discourage move-ins and tempt residents to hike more than a mile to a regular RTD bus stop, which can be risky, especially in severe weather, BHA executive director Kristin Hyser said.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2026
As in this moisturizing CeraVe cream, beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) is able to penetrate past superficial layers to turn skin into a smooth canvas while fading age spots and hyperpigmentation.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
This refreshing exfoliating toner clears out buildup that can exaggerate uneven texture, thanks to a 4-HA complex (AHA, BHA, PHA, LHA) that sweeps away dead skin cells without tipping into irritation.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Mar. 2026
The Jockey Club, owner of Britain’s most prestigious courses, including Aintree, Newmarket, Epsom and Cheltenham itself, responded to Allen’s resignation by demanding a corporate governance review at the Racecourse Association (one of the bodies currently represented on the BHA board).
—Ian King, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
Olay Super Serum Body Wash is formulated with ingredients such as vitamin E, collagen peptide, vitamin C, niacinamide, and BHA, which combine to create a powerful formula that hydrates, firms, brightens, evens, and smooths the skin.
—Claire West, Parents, 27 Feb. 2026
Still, Nestle applauded the FDA’s move to launch a new safety review of BHA.
—Berkeley Lovelace Jr, NBC news, 10 Feb. 2026
Health advocates have long pushed for tighter scrutiny of BHA, which the FDA flagged for reassessment during its overhaul of its post-market chemical review process.
—Siddhi Mahatole, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
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BHA
1 of 2 noun
: a phenolic antioxidant C11H16O2 used especially to preserve fats and oils in food
called also butylated hydroxyanisole
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