Lactic Acid

Lactic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) commonly used in skincare products and first used by the Ancient Egyptians for its exfoliating properties. It is an organic colourless acid with a syrup like texture, formed from sour milk. Lactic acid is also produced in our muscles after intense exercise. It is used to help treat hyperpigmentation and age spots as well as improve skin tone. It is an exfoliant, leading to increased cell turnover and improve collagen production as well as unclogging pores and reducing the amount of oil and bacteria on the skin’s surface, making it a popular product for acne.