Lactic acid and lauric acid
Work well together
Use them together by applying the lactic acid first and the barrier lipids right after to soothe and lock in moisture. Lactic acid smooths the surface while barrier lipids rebuild your skin's protective layer. You can use a gentler concentration or wait longer between steps if your skin feels sensitive.
Lactic acid products
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Medicube
Zero Pore Pad
CA$33.99
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First Aid Beauty
KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub
CA$46.00
- EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
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First Aid Beauty
Facial Radiance Pads
CA$33.00
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CeraVe
SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin
CA$21.26
- CeraVe Renewing SA Cream
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The Ordinary
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
CA$14.90
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The Ordinary
Retinal 0.2% Emulsion
CA$22.70
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Kate Somerville
ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
CA$38.00
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Dr. Dennis Gross
Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
CA$124.00
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The Ordinary
Lactic Acid 5% + HA
CA$10.70
- Good Molecules Overnight Exfoliating Treatment
Lauric acid products
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Senka
Perfect Whip
CA$13.88
- CHANEL La Mousse
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Shiseido
Future Solution LX Extra Rich Cleansing Foam
CA$68.75
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Dior
La Mousse OFF/ON Foaming Cleanser
CA$160.35
- Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash
Questions and answers
Can you use lactic acid and lauric acid together?
Lactic acid and lauric acid work well together. Lactic acid gently exfoliates, while lauric acid helps target blemishes.
Which goes first, lactic acid or lauric acid?
Lactic acid and lauric acid work well together, though this page lists no products containing both. You may apply lactic acid first to exfoliate before following with lauric acid products.
Are lactic acid and lauric acid good for sensitive skin?
Lactic acid and lauric acid work well together, though you should pair lactic acid with barrier lipids like ceramides to support dry or barrier-compromised skin.
Research on lactic acid and lauric acid
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