Gluconolactone in skincare
A polyhydroxy acid, also called PHA.
What is gluconolactone?
A polyhydroxy acid, also called PHA. On the ingredient list, you can find the name Gluconolactone. The dictionary uses both the common name and the INCI name, so you can compare the explanation with the packaging.
What does gluconolactone do for skin and the product?
Used for moisture binding and exfoliating care.
Active ingredients are used for a specific skincare purpose. Amount, stability and combination with other ingredients determine what a product can do. An ingredient name alone does not substantiate a particular result.
Tolerability depends on the whole formulation, not just the acid family.
How to read the ingredient list
Look at the product's purpose and overall composition. Position on the list does not tell you the exact concentration used or how your skin will react. One substance can serve several purposes in the same product.
Questions about gluconolactone
What does gluconolactone do in skincare?
Used for moisture binding and exfoliating care.
What should I know about gluconolactone?
Tolerability depends on the whole formulation, not just the acid family.
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About sources and ingredient names
The European Commission's CosIng database is a reference for cosmetic ingredient names and functions. An entry does not constitute approval of all uses or evidence of a particular product effect.
DermNet: functions of moisturising care · DermNet: cosmetic formulations