# Allantoin and lactic acid Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin-and-lactic-acid The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Canada. Work well together Use them together by applying [lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid) first and then [allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin), because allantoin calms down the irritation caused by the acid. Lactic acid smooths and brightens the skin, while allantoin helps soothe redness and supports your skin barrier. If your skin feels sensitive, try using a gentler acid strength or wait longer between applying the two. - [All about allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin) - [All about lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid) ### [Allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin) products - [COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cosrx/advanced-snail-96-mucin-power-essence/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$24.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07N3SMBRM?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/aestura/atobarrier-365-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [CA$39.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09YDCCJBJ?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Mederma Advanced Scar Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/mederma/advanced-scar-gel/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit - [First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/first-aid-beauty/ultra-repair-cream/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [CA$58.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GFBDG2QW?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cosrx/low-ph-good-morning-gel-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit - [COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cosrx/the-6-peptide-skin-booster-serum/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$31.50 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CCJ3SRB9?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$16.20 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07N74F8NP?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/anua/niacinamide-10-txa-4-serum/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$28.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CLLV2T1P?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cosrx/advanced-snail-92-all-in-one-cream/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$26.18 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01LEJ5MSK?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/round-lab/1025-dokdo-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$16.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BPB4KMJP?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV SPF 30](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/la-roche-posay/toleriane-double-repair-face-moisturizer-uv-spf-30/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$31.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08L2PN6BK?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Vitamasques Lip Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/vitamasques/lip-mask/for/dry-skin) — High fit ### [Lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid) products - [Medicube Zero Pore Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$33.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CVRCR6VF?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/first-aid-beauty/kp-bump-eraser-body-scrub/for/dark-spots) — Average fit — [CA$46.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GSX4BHQ2?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/eltamd/uv-clear-broad-spectrum-spf-46/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit - [First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/first-aid-beauty/facial-radiance-pads/for/sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$33.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0G2Z2VYW2?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cerave/sa-lotion-for-rough-and-bumpy-skin/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [CA$21.26 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08PR6N8HB?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe Renewing SA Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/cerave/renewing-sa-cream/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit - [The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-ordinary/alpha-arbutin-2-ha/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit — [CA$14.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06XCZFCFZ?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-ordinary/retinal-0-2-emulsion/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [CA$22.70 at Sephora](https://www.sephora.com/ca/en/product/the-ordinary-retinal-0-2-emulsion-serum-P510514?skuId=2735157) - [Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$38.00 at Sephora](https://www.sephora.com/ca/en/product/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment-P232915?skuId=1201748) - [Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/dr-dennis-gross/alpha-beta-universal-daily-peel/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$124.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BM9PQGCS?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/the-ordinary/lactic-acid-5-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [CA$10.70 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01NA0F3FB?tag=lovi-care-web-product01-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/p/good-molecules/overnight-exfoliating-treatment/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit ## Questions and answers ### Can you use allantoin and lactic acid together? Yes, you can use [allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin) and [lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid) together because allantoin helps support barrier recovery and reduces irritation from the acid. Products like ILIA Beauty The Base Face Milk, Geek & Gorgeous Liquid Hydration, and Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser feature both ingredients. ### Which goes first, allantoin or lactic acid? Allantoin and lactic acid work well together, and products like ILIA Beauty The Base Face Milk, Geek & Gorgeous Liquid Hydration, and Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser combine them to support barrier recovery and help reduce irritation. ### Are allantoin and lactic acid good for sensitive skin? Allantoin and lactic acid work well together to support barrier recovery and help reduce the irritation risk from acids, making them suitable for sensitive, reactive, and dry skin. You can find this combination in products like ILIA Beauty The Base Face Milk, Geek & Gorgeous Liquid Hydration, and Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Deep Pore Cleanser. ## Research on allantoin and lactic acid - [Lactate triggers KAT8-mediated LTBP1 lactylation at lysine 752 to promote skin rejuvenation by inducing collagen synthesis in fibroblasts](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39102921/) Lactic acid · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024 - [The effects of a topical gel containing chitosan, 0,2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and despanthenol on the wound healing process subsequent to impacted lower third molar extraction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27475700/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016 - [Poly-L-Lactic acid increases collagen gene expression and synthesis in cultured dermal fibroblast (Hs68) through the TGF-β/Smad pathway](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36575891/) Lactic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023 - [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020 - [Efficacy and tolerability of the investigational topical cream SD-101 (6% allantoin) in patients with epidermolysis bullosa: a phase 3, randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trial (ESSENCE study)](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32576219/) Allantoin · Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, 2020 - [Do urea/ammonium lactate combinations achieve better skin protection and hydration than either component alone?](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11803256/) Lactic acid · Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2002 ## Other combinations - Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinol and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/retinol-and-lactic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/niacinamide-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and sodium lactate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-sodium-lactate) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and tromethamine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-tromethamine) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and betaine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-betaine) - Work well together: [Glycerin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycerin-and-lactic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Lactic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3) - Keep them apart: [Bio-placenta peptides and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Carnosine and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/carnosine-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-collagen-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-copper-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Hexapeptide and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Keep them apart: [Adapalene and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/adapalene-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) - Keep them apart: [Pro-retinol and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/pro-retinol-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinal and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/retinal-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-retinoid-blend) - Keep them apart: [Tretinoin and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/tretinoin-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-gluconolactone) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-allantoin) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and cholesterol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-cholesterol) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-lauric-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Lactic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - Work well together: [Arginine and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/arginine-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-gaba) - Work well together: [Silk amino acids and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/silk-amino-acids-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and taurine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-taurine) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and theanine](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-theanine) - Work well together: [Ferulic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/ferulic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Vitamin E and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/vitamin-e-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-allantoin) - Work well together: [Allantoin and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin-and-citric-acid) - Work well together: [Glycolic acid and allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-allantoin) - Work well together: [Lactic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-bisabolol) - Work well together: [Panthenol and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/panthenol-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Allantoin and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin-and-mandelic-acid) - Work well together: [Allantoin and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/allantoin-and-tri-ceramide-complex) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning. Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board). Page built Nov 8, 2026. 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