Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid is a humectant and skin conditioning ingredient. It’s in 722 products on Poliage, most often conditioner, exfoliant and lip. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
An acid found in fermented milk and made by fermentation. Adjusts pH and, at higher levels, loosens dead surface skin.
What it does
Contains Lactic Acid: buffering
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Lactic Acid: humectant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Lactic Acid: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34809, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as acidum lacticum and alpha hydroxy acid lactic.
Products that contain Lactic Acid
village naturals therapy
Village naturals therapy muscle moisturizing Shea butter lotion
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Yves Rocher
Vinaigre de rinçage cheveux
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid
Johnson & Johnson
Visibly Clear correct & perfect - Médium
Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Neutrogena
Visibly Clear Correct & Perfect CC Crème Claire
Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Neutrogena
Visibly Clear crème nettoyante pamplemousse rose
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Derma E
Vitamin C Even Tone Brightening Mask
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils
Pacifica
Vitamin C Face Wash
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Derma E
Vitamin C Foaming Oil Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Garnier
Vitamin(e) C
Lists exfoliating acid, silicones
Suave
Volume & Body Volumizing Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Unilever
Volume & Care
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Aussie
Wash+Blow in a can tropical punch
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, silicones
Glow Recipe
Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Versed
Weekend Glow Overnight Brightening Mask
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, retinoid
Naturopathica
White Tea Antioxidant & Hydrating Face Mask
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils
First Aid Beauty
Whole Body Deodorant Cream
Deodorant · Lists fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, silicones
Williams
Williams Gel Douche Homme 3 en 1 Energy
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Williams
Williams Mousse à Raser Homme Peau Fragile 200ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates
Dr. Squatch
Wood Barrel Bourbon Wipes
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Tula
Wrinkle Treatment Drops
Serum · Lists exfoliating acid
Unilever
Zahnpasta 7 Actions Komplettschutz und sanftes Weiß, Kokos & Minze
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Zero % Gel douche peaux sèches
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sanex
Zero 0% Gel douche Peaux Normales
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Zero pellicule - shampooing zinc & eau de glacier
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
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