Glycolic acid is the smallest alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) and is used in various skincare applications due to its effective exfoliating properties.
79-14-1
Hydroacetic acid;Hydroxyacetic acid;2-Hydroxyethanoic acid
C2H4O3
Corrosive
Organic Intermediate , Cosmetic , Textile Additive
White crystalline solid
112
1.49
75
76.05
Odorless