Ingredient
Lactic acid (AHA)
On labels: Lactic Acid
Gentler AHA that exfoliates while hydrating.
- What it does
- Exfoliates · Hydrates
- Evidence
- Evidence: Strong · Well studied for skincare use.
- Often chosen for
- Rough texture, Dull, uneven-looking tone, Dry, tight-feeling skin
- Skin types
- Dry, Combination, Normal
- Typical amount
- 2-10% in a formula
- Best time
- Evening
Good to know
Increases sun sensitivity; introduce slowly.
- Can make skin more sun-sensitive
Products with Lactic acid (AHA)
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