🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A naturally occurring mild acid. It acts as a humectant and a chelating agent (binding to heavy metals in water to protect the skin), while providing microscopic exfoliation.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Protects against hard water damage, hydrates deeply, and gently renews the surface.
💡 Pro Tip
Often used as the supporting acid in complex PHA blends.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It makes the skin sun-sensitive.
The Science
It is a massive molecule that does not cause photosensitivity.