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GlyAcid® 70 HP

CAS Number
79-14-1
EC Number
201-180-5
INCI Name
Glycolic Acid

GlyAcid® 70 HP is a high purity glycolic acid in a 70% aqueous solution and free from formaldehyde. It is a clear, virtually colorless liquid. GlyAcid® 70 HP acts as an exfoliant and buffering agent. It is a part of α-hydroxyl family and has excellent capability to penetrate outer skin epidermis.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
pH Range
3.8-4.3

Product families

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care
  • Bath & Shower
  • Hair Care
  • Skin Care
  • Treatment Products

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
  • Skin Actives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
  • Stabilizers

Other characteristics

Brand
GlyAcid
Synonyms

2-hydroxyacetic acid, 2-hydroxyethanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxyacetate, alpha-Hydroxyacetic Acid, Hydroxyacetic Acid, Hydroxyethanoic Acid, α-Hydroxyacetic acid

Functions
Buffering Agent, Exfoliant (Chemical)
Benefit Claims

Exfoliating, Hair Protection, Hair Repair, Peeling, Smoothing, Soft Feel, pH Balancing; Exfoliating; Hair Protection; Hair Repair; Peeling; Smoothing; Soft Feel; pH Balancing

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Formaldehyde-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Clean at Sephora; Credo Clean Standard; Formaldehyde-free; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Ingredient Origin
Synthetic
Odor
Mild Burnt Sugar
Carrier
Aqua
Markets
Personal Care
Appearance
Clear colourless liquid
Technology
Cosmetic Ingredients
Key Attributes
  • High-purity/formaldehyde-free
  • Excellent exfoliating agent for skin care
  • Outstanding hair care properties
Application Format
  • Creams
  • Leave On
  • Lotions
  • Masks
  • Rinse Off
Background

GlyAcid® is a well known molecule for exfoliation in skin care.; For more than 40 years, glycolic acid has been predominately produced by either the carbonylation of formaldehyde or with glycolonitrile as a starting material. Both processes leave residual traces of formaldehyde in the finished commercial product.; By contrast, GlyAcid® is produced using a proprietary acid saponification and purification process that does not use formaldehyde, while delivering a high-purity glycolic acid for today's personal care formulations.

Storage and Handling

GlyAcid® 70 HP is stable when stored under normal conditions. If stored at temperatures below 14°C (57°F), precipitation may occur. This precipitation does not affect product quality. To re-dissolve, heat product to 40°C (104°F) with agitation.

Packaging Information
  • 250 Kg Drums
  • 25 Kg Pails
Hair Care
Hair Treatment & Repair
Skin Care Applications
  • Facial Cleanser
  • Facial Mask
  • Moisturizers
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
  • Buffering Agent
  • Exfoliant (Chemical)

Technical data

Table 1 of 1

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CharacteristicValueUnit
pH Value (25°C)0.4—
Molecular Weight76.05—
Precipitation Point14 (57)°C (°F)
Density (at 15.6 (60F)10.5Ibs/gal
g/MI1.27Mg/m3
Colormax. 15APHA
Ironmax. 3ppm
Free Acid63 - 66%
Total Acid70 - 72%

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