
The Glossary: Lactic Acid | What Skin Conditions It's Good For and How to Incorporate This Superstar Ingredient Into Your Routine
Gloss Angeles
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Lactic acid is a chemical exfoliant that brightens, smooths and evens out skin texture. It's found in things like milk due to the natural fermentation process. Lactic acid was first discovered by chemist Carl Wilhelm Sheel in 1780. There are synthetic forms of lactic acid that can be used to make beauty products.
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