Gluconolactone
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Explained
Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.
When applied, Gluconolactone has the same affect on skin as AHAs such as lactic acid. It helps dissolve the dead skin cells in the top layer of your skin. This improves texture and brightens the skin.
PHAs are more gentle than AHAs due to their larger structure. They do not penetrate as deeply as AHAs and take a longer time to dissolve dead cells. Studies show PHAs do not cause as much irritation.
Gluconolactone has some interesting properties:
- It is a humectant and helps draw moisture to your skin. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
- It exhibits antioxidant activity and neutralizes free-radical molecules. Antioxidants help with anti-aging.
- It is a chelating agent, meaning it helps prevent oxidation.
- It works well with other actives, often enhancing the benefits of other ingredients.
In a 2004 study, Gluconolactone was found to prevent UV damage in mouse skin cells. Gluconolactone has not been found to increase sun sensivity. However, we still recommend wearing SPF daily.
This ingredient is is an created by reacting gluconic acid with an alcohol.
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