Tartaric Acid
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Summary
Works for
- Moisturizing
- Exfoliation
- Anti-oxidation
Irritancy risk
2
MediumAn AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid). It oxidizes quickly which makes it less effective in skincare formulations. It can support skin's barrier and moisture levels
Products with Tartaric Acid
Avedabotanical kinetics™ instant luminizer face serumaminopropyl ascorbyl phosphategluconolactonelactic acid +14 actives
Exfoliation Evens skin tone +3
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Peter Thomas RothUltimate Solution 5 Multitasking Moisturizersalicylic acidglycolic acidlactic acid +19 actives
Moisturizing Evens skin tone +4
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Bigger than Beauty SkincareOvernight Sensation™ Hydrating Sleep Masklactic acidglycolic acidpanthenol +8 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +3
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Temple SpaGLOWCOLIClactobionic acidglycolic acidlactic acid +12 actives
Moisturizing Exfoliation +3
FragranceEssential oils
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the Torriden StoreCellmazing Firming Patchhexapeptide-2niacinamideadenosine +11 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +2
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NaturopathicaSweet Cherry Revealsalicylic acidlactic acidceramide np +27 actives
Exfoliation Anti-oxidation +3
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RéViveFermitif Lifting Chin Maskniacinamidecopper tripeptide-1oligopeptide-32 +11 actives
Moisturizing Anti-aging +3
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ISDINIsdinceutics Night Peelglycolic acidureasaccharide isomerate +5 actives
Exfoliation Moisturizing +3
Alcohol
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StriVectinPeptide Plump Collagen Renewal Eye Masksniacinamideadenosinecollagen amino acids +5 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +2
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Dr. OrgapH-balanced Houttuynia Cordata Red Spot Mistniacinamidelactobionic acidgluconolactone +5 actives
Anti-blemish Moisturizing +4
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Scientific sources
- Control of keratinization with á-hydroxy acids and related compounds: I. Topical treatment of ichthyotic disorders
- Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skin
- Method of treating wrinkles using tartaric acid
- Impact of the condition of storage of tartaric acid solutions on the production and stability of glyoxylic acid
Similar ingredients
Moisturizing
1-Trimethyl-2-Cyclohexenyl-1-Penten-3-OnePolyglycerin-6Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skinAcetyl GlucosamineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skinAhnfeltia Concinna ExtractAn algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Also used to create a thicker product texture
Exfoliation
Glycolic AcidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acidLactic AcidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiom) RetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritating
Anti-oxidation
Ascorbic AcidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulationAscorbyl GlucosideA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products