LACTIC ACID
Lactic acid is an organic acid whose chemical identity includes a hydroxyl group. That feature sets it apart from other acids used in formulations and gives the ingredient a distinct chemical profile beyond its INCI name.
LACTIC ACID: what it is
Lactic acid is an organic acid whose chemical identity includes a hydroxyl group. That feature sets it apart from other acids used in formulations and gives the ingredient a distinct chemical profile beyond its INCI name.
LACTIC ACID: what it does in cosmetics
In cosmetics, lactic acid can serve three recorded roles: buffering, humectant and skin conditioning. Together, these roles connect the ingredient with formulation balance, moisture and skin conditioning, allowing it to appear in products with different formulation purposes.
Products containing this ingredient
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