Glycolic Acid

• CAT Number: R050390
• CAS Number: 79-14-1
• Molecular Formula: C2H4O3
• Molecular Weight: 76.05
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Hydroxyacetic Acid; 2-Hydroxyethanoic Acid; GlyPure; GlyPure 70; GlyPure 99; Glycocide; Hydroxyacetic Acid; Hydroxyethanoic Acid; NSC 166; α-Hydroxyacetic Acid
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxyacetic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C2H4O3/c3-1-2(4)5/h3H,1H2,(H,4,5)
• InChIKey: AEMRFAOFKBGASW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(C(=O)O)O

Glycolic Acid(Cat No.: R050390) is a type of alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that is commonly used in skincare products. Glycolic Acid is used in skin care products to exfoliate the skin and improve its texture and appearance. It works by loosening and dissolving the bonds between dead skin cells on the surface of the skin, allowing them to be sloughed off more easily. This process helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.