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Glypure® GL
Glypure® GL is a high-purity, proactive form of glycolic acid designed for use in a variety of personal care and cosmetic formulations, including cleansers, serums, moisturizers, shampoos, conditioners, and more.
Glypure® GL is a high-purity, proactive form of glycolic acid commonly used in personal care products for its exfoliating and skin-renewing properties. It can help improve signs of aging, skin hyperpigmentation, scalp health, hair and skin texture, shine, and color retention, leaving skin and hair looking and feeling healthier and more beautiful without risk of irritation.
Glypure® GL is a versatile ingredient specially formulated for various product applications, including cleansers, serums, moisturizers, shampoos, conditioners, and more. The antiaging active ingredient containing a 99.2% pure, proactive form of glycolic acid that hydrolyzes upon exposure to moisture in the epidermis. The high purity and lack of acid content of Glypure® GL make it ideal for cosmetic applications, as it minimizes the potential for irritation and delivers maximum product efficacy.
Glypure® GL moisturizes the stratum cornea to remove dead skin cells and alleviate dry skin and flaking. It can readjust the water percentage in the epidermis and increase the production of dermal matrix compounds and collagen synthesis in the dermis, stimulating cell turnover and leading to excellent rejuvenation, exfoliation, and hydration effects. This helps minimize the appearance of fine lines, discoloration, and dehydration.
Glypure® GL is recommended for use at a concentration of 5–10 wt%, although higher concentrations may be used in professional treatments.
Specifications
Purity, wt%: 99.2 Moisture content (ppm): 213 Molecular weight: 116.07 Physical state: Solid Appearance: White crystalline solid Density @ 23°C (73°F), g/mL: 0.7 Melting point, °C: 82–84 Recommended use level, %: 5–10 CAS No.: 502-97-6
Primary Chemistry: Hydroxyacetic acid (glycolic acid)
Features & Benefits
Exceptional purity levels for personal care Clear, colorless appearance Odorless Reliable, consistent supply from a dedicated production line Compatible with other compounds and ingredients Biodegradable with an excellent chemical profile Nonacidic Proactive form of glycolic acid Lower irritation potential No pH adjustment necessary
Skincare benefits: Improves the appearance of sun-damaged skin and fights skin aging Reveals smoother, brighter, more supple skin with less pigmentation and fewer irregularities Exfoliates to promote skin shedding and removal of dead cells Enhances the performance of over-the-counter skincare products and prescription skincare formulations Upon exposure to moisture, it hydrolyzes to form glycolic acid within the epidermis Stimulates cell production and turnover Replenishes moisture Rejuvenates skin by minimizing fine lines and wrinkles, improving skin elasticity, and evening out skin tones
Hair care benefits: Helps hair withstand heat Makes hair more manageable and easier to style Makes hair softer and smoother Moisturizes and exfoliates the scalp Makes hair less prone to breakage
Nail care benefits: Moisturizes nails and cuticles for a healthier look and feel Softens cuticles for easier grooming
Problems Solved
Irritation from acids Limited performance of lactic acid, BHA, and other exfoliating agents Low purity and chloride content in imported glycolic acid products AHA and BHA local availability and supply issues Poor penetration, moisturization, and weathering resistance of skin and hair care products Poor and slow effect on acne and skin-aging wrinkles Inadequate exfoliation and moisturization
Applications
Skin care products, including moisturizers, cleansers, creams, lotions, masks, and antiaging serums Hair care products, including shampoos, conditioners, detanglers, hair and scalp masks Nail care products, including cuticle oils, creams, lotions, exfoliators, and peels for nail rejuvenation
The small molecular size of Glypure® allows it to penetrate the skin more efficiently, potentially enhancing the results of complementary ingredients, such as kojic acid and hydroquinone. Glypure® readjusts water percentages in the epidermis, stimulates collagen synthesis and promotes cell turnover/desquamation.
L'acide glycolique de qualité cosmétique Glypure® vous permet de réduire ou d'éliminer le besoin d'amplificateurs de conservation dans les produits cosmétiques et de soins personnels. Apprendre encore plus.
El ácido glicólico de grado cosmético Glypure® le permite disminuir o eliminar la necesidad de potenciadores de conservación en productos cosméticos y de cuidado personal. Aprende más.
L'acido glicolico Glypure® di grado cosmetico consente di ridurre o eliminare la necessità di potenziatori di conservanti nei prodotti cosmetici e per la cura della persona. Per saperne di più.
Met Glypure® glycolzuur van cosmetische kwaliteit kunt u de behoefte aan conserveermiddelen in cosmetische en persoonlijke verzorgingsproducten verminderen of elimineren.
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