Glycolic Acid
Commonly known as: Glycolic Acid, Hydroxyethanoic Acid, Hydroxyacetic Acid.
I.N.C.I. list name: Glycolic Acid.
Extraction process: Synthesis of formaldehyde through catalytic reaction on synthesis gas (CO + H2) (carbonylation reaction).
Source: Synthetic.
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Origin, provenance: France.
Chemical properties: Family of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (A.H.A.); Water-soluble; Oil-insoluble; Recommended pH between 3 and 4; Molecular mass: 76.05 g/mol; Density: 1.26 g/cm3.
Properties: Emulsion, colloidal solution, true aqueous solution.
Required dosage in cosmetic products: < 5% = Moisturising effect; > 8% = Keratolytic effect (The Cosmetic Regulation does not indicate a maximum usage threshold).
Function: pH Regulator.
Specificities: Keratolytic, astringent, brightening, anti-wrinkle, anti-spot, sebum-regulating, anti-blemish, anti-dandruff.
Benefits: Oily skin, blemished skin, acne-prone skin, skin susceptible to hyperpigmentation, dull skin or skin with an uneven complexion, mature skin, hair with dandruff, oily hair, dull hair.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (exfoliating products, peelings, purifying creams and lotions, cleansing gels, radiance masks, eye contour creams, anti-blemish treatments, beard creams, unifying treatments);
Body Care (body lotions, shower gels);
Hair Care (Anti-dandruff shampoos, purifying hair masks).
Means of Preservation
Store at room temperature away from light, moisture and heat.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
Not recommended for sensitive and atopic skin as it may cause allergic reactions or irritations. Avoid contact with eyes, in case of contact rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Glycolic acid is photosensitising. Use a broad-spectrum sun protection, wear sun-protective clothing and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards. Apply the glycolic acid treatment preferably in the evening before bedtime.
Do not combine glycolic acid with a treatment containing AHA (lactic acid, mandelic acid, etc...) or BHA (salicylic acid, etc...).
