LACTIC ACID

Other Name: 2-hydroxypropanoic acid.

What it is: An active ingredient used in skin and hair care formulations for its exfoliating and hydration properties. It helps to remove dead cells from the surface of the skin, and as a buffering agent, it balances the pH of the product formulation.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

As per current usage/dosage guidelines, it is best to use products with this ingredient, only as guided by your physician

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

As per current usage/dosage guidelines, it is best to use products with this ingredient, only as guided by your physician

Note:

• The use of Lactic acid during pregnancy, lactation and by cancer patients depends on the concentration of Lactic acid and the area of use. Lactic acid has been used topically for chemo-induced side effects.

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Note:

• You may need to look at the exact product claim to know if a vegan version was used
• You may need to check the exact product label to know if a naturally derived ingredient was used.

Attributes:

Notes:

• Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic or avoided by persons with acne prone skin based on currently available data.
• It may cause mild to moderate eye irritation when it comes in contact with the eyes.

Conclusion
Lactic acid is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2. https://european-union.europa.eu
3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov
4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in