Ingredients Lab: What Does Lactic Acid Do For Your Skin?

Take  a deeper dive int o how and why we use lactic acid in our effective, science-led formulations t o give you the ultimate in skin confidence.   

Read on to discover more about this buzzworthy skincare ingredient, why we use it  in our  transformative therapies   and how it  can   help bring  dry , dull and  dehydrated skin back to life with lasting radiance...  

What Is Lactic Acid?

L actic acid  is  part of a group of  chemical exfoliants  called alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs)  that  are   used in a wide variety of ove r-the-counter  and professional  skincare  treatments.   Compared to super-potent glycolic acid, lactic acid  is  a combination of AHA’s and humectants, meaning that it is a milder  exfoliant  and is  therefore  more suited to those who suffer with irritated, dry or sensitive skin .  

It is n aturally  found within  milk and dairy products and is what gives yogurt and sour milk its unique tang , but nowadays it can be synthetically produced. Due to it being suitable for all skin types, the effects of lactic acid on the skin have been  widely recognised by skincare scientists and dermatologists as it helps  to reveal a brighter, fresher and more radiant complexion.  

What Does Lactic Acid Do For Your Skin?

Lactic acid  is a mild exfoliant that  help s  to slough away dry, dull and dea d skin cells by stimulating  and speeding up   the process of the skin’s   ce ll renewal. Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) help exfoliate and renew skin  texture;   however, the effects of lactic acid  ha ve  an  extra added benefit that can’t be achieved from using regular AHAs.   Along with its exfoliating properties, it is the most hydrating alpha hydroxy acid because it also   helps to improve the skin’s natural moisture barrier, increasing your skin’s ability to maintain water and leaving it feeling more moisturised and less dry. 

This hero ingredient also helps to prevent skin-ageing by stimulating coll agen production , reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles   and helping to increase skin’s firmness. If you suffer  from hyperpigmentation, overtime it can also help to fade sun spots and age spots caused by too much sun exposure. 

 

Lactic Acid And Chicken Skin

This hydrating AHA is also a star ingredient when it comes to treating symptoms of chicken skin. Caused by a build-up of protein called Keratin, chicken skin causes rough, dry patches along with ‘goosebump’ like pimples to appear on t he face, legs and arms.   

O ur  LaH6  Skin Hydration C omplex  is  supercharged  with optimum levels of lactic aci d to draw moisture to the skin's surface, helping to remove the build-up of keratin that surrounds the hair follicles ;  relieving  you from dryness, tightness and  that rough, cracked feeling that is  often associated with chicken skin.

Which Products Contain Lactic Acid?  

All Ameliorate products are supercharged with optimum levels of lactic acid , working in harmony with a combination of six active moisturizers within our unique LaH6 Hydration Complex that lock-in moisture  t o  ensure  that your skin stays intensely hydrated, plump and luminous  throughout the day.  

From our best-selling Transforming Body Lotions , to our soothing scalp care solutions and   our resurfacing   lactic acid serum in our   NEW Facial Skincare Range.  E ach one of our unique  transformative  therapie s  is supercharged with this   ultra-moisturizing ingredient to help keep your skin looking and feeling healthy, plump and comforted from head-to-toe. 

Your Head-To-Toe Hydration Routine  

Created by our skincare experts, our NEW Winter Skin Survival Kit   includes 7 full-size products that are loaded with lactic acid, combined with naturally-derived ingredients and high-performance actives to liberate you from the harsh, drying effects of Winter. Your skin will be left feeling smooth, soft and radiant from your scalp all the way to your feet.

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