CFI Lactic Acid 80% - Food Grade
CFI Lactic Acid 80% - Food Grade
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CFI Lactic Acid 80% - Food Grade is a liquid alpha hydroxy acid used in cosmetic formulation for exfoliating, moisture-supporting, and pH-adjusting applications. It is commonly added to facial products, body lotions, and moisturisers where a smoother-feeling finish and more refined texture are wanted. This is a raw formulation ingredient, not a ready-to-use peel or direct-to-skin treatment. Because it is active and concentrated, it should be used carefully and only in properly formulated products.
♡ Why we love it: Lactic acid is one of those ingredients that can make a formula feel more polished and purposeful without being overly complicated to work with. In the right formulation, it adds a lovely balance of smoothness, hydration support, and pH control.
Read more on how to work with it: Working With Lactic Acid
Key properties
- Ingredients: Lactic Acid 80%, L-Lactic Acid
- Form: Liquid
- Suitable For: Food and Cosmetic Use
- Food Grade
- Function: Alpha hydroxy acid, humectant, and pH regulator
- Recommended Usage Rate: 1-10%
- Use Phase: Cool down phase
- Vegan
- GMO-Free
What it's used for
- Formulating exfoliating facial products
- Adding to body lotions and moisturisers
- Helping improve the feel and look of skin texture in cosmetic formulas
- Supporting moisture retention in skincare
- Lowering pH in suitable formulations
Who it's for
- Experienced DIY formulators making facial and body care products
- Makers who need a liquid acid for pH adjustment and exfoliating formulas
- Skincare brands building active cosmetic products
- Direct neat application to the skin
- Use without measuring and checking final pH
- Very casual DIY use without formulation care
- Anyone looking for a finished ready-to-use exfoliant
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How to use
- Use at 1-10% in the cool down phase of a suitable formulation.
- Add to facial products, body lotions, or moisturisers where an exfoliating or pH-adjusting ingredient is needed.
- Check and adjust the final pH of your formula after adding.
- Start at the lower end of the usage range unless your formula is specifically designed for more.
Safety instructions
- For cosmetic formulation use only.
- Never apply directly to the skin.
- Patch test the finished diluted product before first use.
- Lactic acid can irritate some skin types, especially at higher levels.
- Use sunscreen during the day if using products made with exfoliating acids.
- Keep well sealed and store away from children, animals, moisture, sunlight, and heat.
- If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare professional before use.
FAQs
Q: Can I apply lactic acid 80% directly to my skin?
A: No. This is a concentrated formulation ingredient and should only be used diluted in a properly made product.
Q: When should I add it to a formulation?
A: It is best added in the cool down phase, using the recommended usage range and checking the final pH.
