{"product_id":"lactobionic-acid-powder","title":"Lactobionic Acid Powder — PHA Exfoliant \u0026 Antioxidant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLactobionic Acid Powder — PHA Exfoliant \u0026amp; Antioxidant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLactobionic Acid is a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) derived from the oxidation of lactose. As a second-generation acid exfoliant, it offers the keratolytic and skin-renewing benefits of traditional AHAs — such as glycolic and lactic acid — while being significantly gentler, making it the preferred choice for sensitive, reactive, rosacea-prone, and compromised skin that cannot tolerate conventional acid exfoliants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike AHAs, Lactobionic Acid has a large molecular size that limits deep skin penetration, resulting in surface-level exfoliation with minimal irritation potential. It also functions as a potent antioxidant and humectant, chelating metal ions that catalyze free radical damage and attracting moisture to the skin — making it a multifunctional active that exfoliates, protects, and hydrates simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProfessional cosmetic ingredient — not a finished product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePHA vs. AHA — Why Formulators Choose Lactobionic Acid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLactobionic Acid (PHA)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGlycolic Acid (AHA)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLactic Acid (AHA)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolecular size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge — limited penetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall — deep penetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium penetration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIrritation potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low — sensitive skin safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExfoliation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle surface exfoliation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntioxidant activity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — chelates metal ions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumectant activity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — attracts moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical usage rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–15%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–12%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle exfoliation\u003c\/strong\u003e — promotes cell turnover and surface renewal without the irritation associated with AHAs; suitable for daily use in sensitive skin formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant \u0026amp; chelating activity\u003c\/strong\u003e — chelates iron and copper ions that catalyze free radical chain reactions; reduces oxidative stress and metal ion-induced skin damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumectant \u0026amp; hydration\u003c\/strong\u003e — attracts and retains moisture in the skin; improves skin hydration and plumpness alongside exfoliation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin tone \u0026amp; texture improvement\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces the appearance of fine lines, uneven texture, and dullness through gentle, sustained exfoliation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitive skin compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — clinically studied for use in rosacea, atopic dermatitis, and post-procedure skin; does not disrupt the skin barrier at effective concentrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollagen support\u003c\/strong\u003e — stimulates fibroblast activity and collagen synthesis; contributes to improved skin firmness over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dissolve in the water phase with gentle stirring. Fully water-soluble; no heat required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–10% in finished formulations (3–5% typical for daily-use serums and toners; up to 10% for treatment products)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freely water-soluble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refer to your supplier’s CoA\/TDS for confirmed pH of raw material and recommended finished formula pH range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be added at room temperature or warm water phase; avoid excessive heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLactobionic Acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96-82-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcid Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyhydroxy Acid (PHA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to off-white crystalline powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreely water-soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–10% (3–5% typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH \u0026amp; Shelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefer to supplier CoA\/TDS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCosmetic Grade — External Use Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/8001858732131\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid Powder LMW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7902377312355\"\u003eAllantoin Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7629152583779\"\u003eUrea Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7946667163747\"\u003eMalic Acid – AHA Exfoliating Acid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7629136691299\"\u003eSuccinic Acid Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7902377377891\"\u003eEctoine Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7903971901539\"\u003eN-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll products sold are cosmetic grade. 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