Lactic acid
Lactic acid belongs to the AHA class and originates from milk and is widely used in cosmetic production due to its ability to exfoliate, moisturize and lighten the skin. It is famous for its beautifying effect on the skin.
BENIFITS :
Lactic acid functions also as a mild peeling agent that can help eliminate the dead cells on the skin’s surface and increase the skin’s cell regeneration to achieve radiant skin. It dissimilar to some other AHAs also has the property of a humectant that aids in pulling moisture towards the skin, thereby making it a good moisturizer. Moreover, lactic acid offers the possibility to regulate pH level in formulations that play an important role in the stability and efficacy of facial and body treatments. By regular use of lactic acid, skin gets a youthful appearance via diminished fine lines, and increase in skin roughness and brightness as well as decrease in melanin formation resulting in fewer dark spots and skin discolorations.
SKIN TYPES :
Lactic acid is safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin. But anyone with sensitive skin ought to apply much lower concentrations on the skin and even conduct a trial run in form of a patch test. Like any other acid that exfoliate the skin, it’s recommended to wear sunscreen during the day due to increased skin sensitivity to the sun.