Type: Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)
Name: Lactic Acid
RDA:None Listed
Importance- to body:
Exfoliant (sloughs off dead skin cells), Used for Sensitive and Dry Skin, Gentle, Hydrating, Less irritating than other AHAs, Brightens Skin
Distribution- in body:
Skin
Excess effects:
Irritation, Dryness, Rashes, Peeling, Redness, Tenderness, Swelling, Itching, Increased Sunburn
Deficiency effects:
Dull Skin, Dry Skin, Whiteheads, Blackheads
Food Sources:
Yogurt, Sourdough Bread, Pickled Vegetables, Wine, Salads and Dressings
Environmental/Geographic Sources:
Face Cleansers, Serums, Creams, Peels, Moisturizers
Supplemental information:
Sources::
Gromisch, Maryann. “What Foods Contain Lactic Acid?” LIVESTRONG.COM, Leaf Group, 3 Oct. 2017
Trench, Brooke Le Poer, and Kara Nesvig. “6 Things You Should Know Before Putting This Popular Acid on Your Skin” Allure, Allure Magazine, 23 Oct. 2017