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The Formularx Lactic Acid Exfoliating Face Serum (Air Brush Facial) for dark spots, dullness, Smooth & Glowing skin 50 gm
The Formularx Lactic Acid Exfoliating Face Serum (Air Brush Facial) for dark spots, dullness, Smooth & Glowing skin 50 gm
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WHAT IS IT?
Exfoliating face serum, multiple active ingredients
FEATURES
Overnight leave on serum, exfoliates dead skin cells, instant glow and radiance, deeply hydrates, plumps lines and wrinkles, reduces pigmentation and dark spots, brightens skin over time
BEST FOR
sensitive
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Not for Daily Use
Who Is It For?
Adults All GendersWhat Does It Help With?
Dark Spots Dullness Lines Wrinkles Pigmentation Hydration Smoothness GlowBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
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Product Description:
The Formularx Air Brush Facial Lactic Acid Exfoliating Serum is an overnight leave on face serum that exfoliates surface dead skin cells for an instant glow and radiance. Coupled with nourishing base it deeply hydrates and instantly plumps the look of lines and wrinkles reduces pigmentation & dark spots. Over time skin appears brighter smoother and dewier. Follow this up with our barrier relief or barrier plus moisturizer for the perfect post facial care.
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Ingredients Overview
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Key Ingredients
Lactic Acid
Ingredients Details
Lactic Acid
Common Name(s): L-lactic acid,2-hydroxypropionic acid,milk acid
CAS Number: 50-21-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Exfoliates dead skin cells, attracts and retains moisture, brightens skin tone, and improves texture.
Why It's Used: Dual exfoliant and humectant โ uniquely hydrating vs other ahas. gentler and suitable for normal-to-sensitive skin.
How It Works: Disrupts desmosomes to promote exfoliation at low ph. acts as humectant. also stimulates ceramide synthesis at lower concentrations for barrier support.
Typically Found In: Chemical exfoliants,toners,serums,professional peels
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ alpha hydroxy acid (aha)
Secondary Functions: Humectant,brightening,barrier support,ceramide synthesis
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 2%โ10% (daily); 20%โ90% (professional); active at ph โค3.9
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic or fermentation-derived
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Fermentation-derived from carbohydrates or synthetically produced. both l-form and dl-form used.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low to moderate
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Photosensitizing โ spf required. better tolerated than glycolic acid for most skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Use with caution โ spf required
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Safe at otc concentrations. eu: โค10% leave-on at ph โฅ3.5. mandatory spf advisory.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,ceramides,hyaluronic acid,spf
Avoid Combining With: Retinol in same step; multiple exfoliants simultaneously
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Lactic acid's role as a natural moisturizing factor (nmf) component makes it uniquely hydrating among ahas. ceramide synthesis stimulation at 2% provides barrier benefits complementing exfoliating activity.
Last Verified: Cosing database,stiller et al. lactic acid review,sccs aha opinion
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12