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Antioxidant

Thioctic Acid

Often labeled as: Alpha Lipoic Acid

The universal antioxidant that erases free radicals.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 1 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly potent antioxidant that is both water and fat-soluble, allowing it to work in all parts of the skin cell. It also recycles other antioxidants like Vitamin C.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Smooths skin texture, reduces enlarged pores, and delivers a massive antioxidant shield.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can cause a slight tingling sensation. Keep it away from your eyes.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is an exfoliating acid.

The Science

Despite the name, it is an antioxidant enzyme, not an AHA or BHA.