How to Use hydroxy in a Sentence

hydroxy

adjective

• Yes These hydroxy acid pads have a cult following for a good reason.
  — Women's Health, 23 Feb. 2023
• Aging If signs of skin aging are a concern, choose hydroxy acid cleansers.
  — Dr. Leslie Baumann, miamiherald, 18 June 2018
• One less common way to counter odorous bacteria is the use of alpha-hydroxy acids.
  — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2022
• Lactic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid, which gently sloughs away dead skin cells to reveal softer, smoother skin.
  — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
• Palep says to look for products with retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and alpha hydroxy acids.
  — Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2020
• Alpha hydroxy acids are water soluble and work only on the surface of your skin.
  — Bre Richey, chicagotribune.com, 19 Mar. 2021
• Look for an over-the-counter product containing salicylic acid or alpha-hydroxy acids.
  — Ana Sanchez, chicagotribune.com, 28 Feb. 2021
• These alpha hydroxy acids can cause redness and can even increase melanin production, leading to dark patches.
  — Julie Ricevuto, Allure, 22 Oct. 2020
• Beta hydroxy acids break down the bridges/bonds between the cells, while alpha hydroxy acids cause the cells themselves to detach/release.
  — Alexandra Tunell, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Dec. 2015
• Try a chemical exfoliant, with an alpha or beta hydroxy acid, to help remove those dead skin cells that leave your skin looking dull.
  — Tanya Edwards, CNN Underscored, 29 July 2020
• Try an exfoliating gel mask with alpha-hydroxy acids that refreshes your skin in minutes.
  — Megan Deem, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2020
• Alpha hydroxy acids may not be as harsh, but the exfoliant can inflame already irritated skin even further.
  — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 29 Jan. 2023
• The beta hydroxy acid, salicylic acid, exfoliates to help clear old marks as well as prevent future breakouts.
  — Emily Burns, ELLE, 6 Dec. 2022
• The innovative formula uses a blend of alpha hydroxy acids to neutralize odor through your body’s own chemistry.
  — Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 12 Dec. 2022
• Peels typically use alpha and beta hydroxy acids, as well as fruit enzymes which aid in exfoliation.
  — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Nov. 2021
• There are numerous ways to incorporate alpha hydroxy acids into your at-home regimen.
  — Marci Robin, Allure, 2 Nov. 2021
• When choosing yours, look for alpha7 or beta hydroxy acids, such as glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acids8.
  — Jenn Sinrich, SELF, 2 July 2019
• There’s a dynamic duo of chemical exfoliants, alpha-hydroxy and beta-hydroxy acids.
  — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 9 Feb. 2026
• First, seek out active ingredients like salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid that is ideal for removing blackheads.
  — Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 1 Dec. 2020
• My skin can be sensitive, and this peel is packed with multiple hydroxy acids (alpha, beta, and poly)—a recipe, in my mind, for potential irritation.
  — Tiffany Dodson, Harper's BAZAAR, 31 Aug. 2022
• Powerful alpha and beta hydroxy acids plus soothing matcha tea equals a sensitive-skin-safe beauty phenomenon.
  — Sarah Kinonen, Allure, 25 Feb. 2021
• So do moisturizers containing lactic acid and anti-aging products with alpha-hydroxy acids.
  — Ryan Brennan may 1, Sacbee.com, 1 May 2026
• The gentle yet effective formula polishes the skin to perfection with walnut powder and alpha hydroxy acids.
  — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
• First, your dermatologist may ask you to discontinue use of other potent treatment products that remove dead skin cells like alpha- and beta-hydroxy acids.
  — Beth Janes, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 July 2021
• Look for chemical exfoliators with ingredients such as glycolic and alpha hydroxy acids that help break down excess dead skin cells clinging to the surface of your skin.
  — Nicole Catanese, Good Housekeeping, 3 Aug. 2020
• The enzymes, alpha hydroxy acids and peptides in this formulation work to effectively remove all unwanted buildup on the skin without stripping it of natural oils.
  — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 16 May 2022
• The cleanser contains AHAs, or alpha hydroxy acids, which essentially are a gentle way to remove dead skin cells and help reduce the appearance of fine lines.
  — Kiana Murden, CNN Underscored, 14 Sep. 2020
• There’s the Glow Serum which pairs propolis extract, niacinamide, and beta hydroxy acids to control sebum production and quell inflammation.
  — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 July 2022
• Hartman explains that the ingredient silymarin prevents oil oxidation that leads to aging, while salicylic acid adds a beta-hydroxy edge to treat blemishes.
  — Kaleigh Fasanella, Allure, 31 Mar. 2026
• Many products contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) to slough away pore cloggers and exfoliate the top layer of your skin, but these can be irritating.
  — Audrey Noble, Seventeen, 26 Oct. 2020