# GABA

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/gaba

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for the United Kingdom.

When applied topically, this neuroactive compound leaves visible effects unmeasured in current studies, maintaining a subtle presence on the surface. It suits most skin types best and is most commonly available in lightweight [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum). In a daily regimen, it works well with [glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid), [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids), and [bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides).

This page shows GABA products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular GABA products

- [Revision Skincare Revox™ Line Relaxer](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/p/revision-skincare/revoxtm-line-relaxer/for/mature-skin) — High fit

## What to combine GABA with

Ingredient Together How to use them

[Glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid) Works well Use them together in the morning, putting [glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid) on first and GABA right after, because they help each other keep the skin balanced and comfortable. [GABA and glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-gaba) [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the acid first and the amino acid right after. [GABA and aha blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-gaba) [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the peptide product first and the amino acid product right after. [GABA and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-gaba) [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide) Works well Use them together in the same routine, because they team up to hydrate and repair your skin. [GABA and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-gaba) [Lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/lactic-acid) Works well Use them together by applying [lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/lactic-acid) first, then GABA, to keep your skin hydrated and balanced. [GABA and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-gaba) [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3) Works well Use them together, applying the peptide first and GABA second, for better skin firmness and hydration. [GABA and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-gaba) [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/mandelic-acid) Works well Use [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/mandelic-acid) and GABA at different times of day, applying mandelic acid first and GABA second, because they work well together to hydrate and balance skin. [GABA and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gaba) [Hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) first and GABA second to lock in moisture. [GABA and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-gaba) [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen-peptide) Works well Use them together morning and night, because amino acids help peptides build firm skin. [GABA and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-gaba) [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/copper-peptide) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the [copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/copper-peptide) first and the GABA right after to boost hydration and firmness. [GABA and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/copper-peptide-and-gaba) [Citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/citric-acid) Works well Use them together, with [citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/citric-acid) first and GABA second, to keep skin hydrated and balanced. [GABA and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/citric-acid-and-gaba) [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide-9) Works well Use them together morning and night, because they help each other boost skin firmness and moisture. [GABA and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide-9-and-gaba) [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying the peptide [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/serum) first and the GABA product right after for better skin moisture. [GABA and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma-and-gaba) [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend) Works well Use them together in the same routine, because GABA helps your peptide serum absorb better and work more effectively. [GABA and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend-and-gaba) [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) Works well Use them together, applying GABA first and [palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) right after, because they help each other firm and hydrate your skin. [GABA and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/gaba-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) Works well Use them together in the same routine, applying GABA first and [palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) right after to boost your skin's moisture and firmness. [GABA and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/gaba-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)

From the ingredient rules behind the "Works well with" and "Don't mix with" notes on every product in the Lovi app.

## Questions and answers

### What does GABA do for the skin?

GABA helps to relax facial muscles to smooth expression lines, while also boosting skin hydration and firmness.

### How do you use GABA?

You can use GABA with many compatible ingredients like [hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid) or [glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid), applying them in the same routine to help keep your skin hydrated and balanced.

### Should you use GABA in the morning or at night?

You can use GABA in the morning or at night, depending on which ingredients you pair it with. For instance, you should use GABA and [mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/mandelic-acid) at different times of day, applying mandelic acid first and GABA second.

### Can you use GABA every day?

Yes, you can use GABA every day, as it works well in routines with various hydrating and firming ingredients like peptides and acids.

### Does GABA cause purging or irritation?

GABA is unlikely to cause purging or irritation as it is a gentle amino acid that helps calm and soothe the skin.

### Which skin types is GABA best for?

Lovi does not currently have a fit rating for GABA for specific skin types.

### Can you use GABA with glycolic acid?

Yes, you can use GABA with glycolic acid in the morning by putting glycolic acid on first and GABA right after, because they help each other keep the skin balanced and comfortable.

## Combining GABA

- Work well together: [Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Bio-placenta peptides and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Collagen peptide and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen-peptide-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Copper peptide and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/copper-peptide-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Hexapeptide and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Hexapeptide-9 and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide-9-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [GABA and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/gaba-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- Work well together: [GABA and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/gaba-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)
- Work well together: [Peptide-rich plasma and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Triple peptide blend and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Citric acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/citric-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Glycolic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Lactic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/lactic-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Mandelic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/mandelic-acid-and-gaba)
- Work well together: [Hyaluronic acid and GABA](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid-and-gaba)

## Brands with GABA

- American skincare: [Revision Skincare](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/brands/revision-skincare)

## Related ingredients

- [Glycolic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/glycolic-acid)
- [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids)
- [Bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/bio-placenta-peptides)
- [Hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide)
- [Lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/lactic-acid)
- [Acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/acetyl-hexapeptide-3)
- [Mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/mandelic-acid)
- [Hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid)
- [Collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/collagen-peptide)
- [Copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/copper-peptide)
- [Citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/citric-acid)
- [Hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/hexapeptide-9)
- [Peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/peptide-rich-plasma)
- [Triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/triple-peptide-blend)
- [Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4)
- [Palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/palmitoyl-tripeptide-1)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every ingredient 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 ingredient guide: 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).

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