Liquid Glycolic Acid

High-strength aqueous glycolic acid concentrate for professional exfoliation and texture refinement in rinse-off and leave-on formulas when properly pH controlled.

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100ml 1Ltr 250ml 500ml

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Description

Glycolic Acid is a concentrated aqueous solution of glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) widely used to improve the look of rough texture, dullness, and uneven tone by supporting surface-level exfoliation.
Because glycolic acid is a small-molecule AHA, it is highly effective at promoting a smoother-looking finish, but it is also more likely to sting if the final formula is too acidic or used at an aggressive level.
This 80% liquid grade is typically used as a manufacturing concentrate. It allows precise dosing into water-based systems, followed by controlled pH adjustment and stability checks to meet the desired performance and skin feel.

FEATURES

High active strength – 80% concentrate for flexible dosing across many product types.
Effective exfoliation – supports smoother-looking texture and brighter appearance when pH is properly set.
Water-based processing – easy to incorporate into toners, gels, emulsions, and cleansers.
Formulation control – performance can be tuned by use level and final pH.

BEST FOR

Exfoliating toners
Texture-refining serums
Exfoliating gels
Body lotions for rough texture
Rinse-off cleansers (AHA wash)
Professional peel style formulas (formulator-controlled)

Formulator tip: Treat 80% glycolic acid as a concentrate. Add into the water phase with mixing, then adjust pH slowly and verify again after 24 hours. Always calculate based on “as supplied” strength to avoid overdosing.

FORMULATION GUIDELINES

INCI	Glycolic Acid (and) Water
Type	Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) exfoliant concentrate
Solubility	Water soluble
Active Content	80% Glycolic Acid (as supplied)
Use Rate	Depends on target “free acid” level and final pH. Common finished-product levels: 2–10% (leave-on) and 3–15% (rinse-off), subject to your formulation goals and compliance requirements.
Best Phase	Water phase (add with mixing, then pH adjust)
pH Compatibility	Works only in acidic systems. Typical finished-product pH is often set around 3.5–4.5 depending on target performance and skin feel.
Temperature Tolerance	Stable during processing. We recommend adding below 40–50°C when possible to reduce unnecessary stress on the system, especially if you have other sensitive actives.
Pro Tip	pH control is the whole game with glycolic acid. Adjust pH slowly using your chosen neutralizer and re-check pH after 24 hours (and again after 1 week) because some systems drift. If your formula hazes or thins, review polymer compatibility and electrolyte tolerance, and consider buffering if appropriate for your design. Always label and handle as a strong acid concentrate during batching, using suitable PPE and corrosion-resistant tools.
Appearance	Clear to slightly yellow liquid (grade-dependent)
Stability Notes	Can destabilize some polymers and emulsions if added too fast or if pH is not controlled. Validate viscosity, clarity, and pH drift over time.
Storage	Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from heat. Keep container materials compatible with strong acids.