Alpha-Lipoic Acid Thioctic Acid

AntioxidantAnti-glycation

INCI: Alpha-Lipoic Acid / Thioctic Acid

In short · TL;DR

Category

Antioxidant

Effect

Antioxidant (functions in both water-soluble and fat-soluble environments), anti-glycation

Concentration

0.01-0.5%

Effect

Antioxidant (functions in both water-soluble and fat-soluble environments), anti-glycation

Mechanism

A 'universal antioxidant' that exhibits antioxidant action in both water-soluble and fat-soluble environments. Ability to regenerate vitamins C and E

Typical concentration

0.01-0.5%

Onset

Antioxidant: immediate. Skin texture improvement: 4-8 weeks

Cautions

Irritation at high concentrations

Evidence & references

Extensive research on antioxidant and anti-glycation effects

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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