Sodium Glycolate
Good
Safe Pores
0/5
Irritancy
0/5
FA Safe
✅ Yes
Pregnancy
✅ Safe
Vegan
✅ Yes
Science & Benefits
Sodium Glycolate is the salt form of glycolic acid. While it lacks the aggressive exfoliating properties of the free acid, it is a highly effective, small-molecule humectant that penetrates the upper layers of the epidermis to bind moisture. It also serves as a pH adjuster, buffering the acidity of AHAs to make them more tolerable for sensitive skin. It is completely non-comedogenic. For acne-prone users, it provides a 'glow-enhancing' hydration effect without the barrier-thinning risks of high-percentage acid treatments, making it a safe and logical choice for daily hydration.