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Lactic acid has long been vilified, but new research shows that it doesn't impair muscle function. In fact, it might actually be good for you. Published: 9 minutes ago Alex Hutchinson ...

Muscle cramps are most often caused by a build-up of lactic acid, the product of anaerobic glucose metabolism. While lactate may be bad for the brawn, it may be great for the brain. In today’s Science ...

As a bacteria, lactic acid is by definition free of any animal products, but lactic acid can be grown on the non-vegan milk sugar lactose. Even so, by the time it reaches consumers, there is no ...

This was my first time trying a Biossance product, but I had heard great things about the clean beauty brand on Instagram and noticed that its Squalane + Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum boasts ...

Lactic acid is a natural preservative often found in foods like yogurt, baked goods, and pickled vegetables. Along with making your food last longer, it can boost your health by strengthening your ...

Lactic acid is a larger molecule compared to other AHAs like glycolic acid. The size diff means it releases into your skin more slowly—making it one of the gentlest AHAs out there.

When using lactic acid in 12% concentrations, the skin gets firmer and thicker. As a result, there is an overall smoother appearance and fewer fine lines and deep wrinkles.

This is what every skin-care acid (including salicylic, lactic, glycolic, citric) does for your skin, from exfoliation to treating hyperpigmentation.