Gluconolactone
Category
Chemical Exfoliant
Ingredient
Gluconolactone
Definition
Category: PHAs
Type: Ingredient
Definition: It is a PHA that derives from Gluconic Acid. Just like other ingredients that are from its family, this exfoliant is safer than AHAs and more tolerated by sensitive skin.
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Benefits
- Improves skin texture and tone
- Improves skin’s hydration levels
- Antioxidant properties
Danger
- Still considered an exfoliating acid, therefore, one should be careful if they have a compromised skin barrier.
Hint
If you are already using other type of chemical exfoliants it is an excellent product to have in a cleanser as it can be used daily or even better in a moisturiser.
Contraindications
Compromised Skin Barrier
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