Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid)
Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid) is a pH adjuster — acid compound. It's found in 1 product in our database, making it a less common ingredient.
What it does
Acid compound
Who it's best for
A formula support ingredient that ensures product stability.
- Keeps the product at the right pH for both efficacy and skin compatibility
- Not something you choose — but important for the formula to work
- Generally present at very low concentrations and well-tolerated
Works well with
- +Works on your skin(active)
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
1 products
Formula balancers
Best products with Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid)
Top products with Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid)
Frequently asked questions
What does Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid) do in skincare?
Acid compound
Is Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid) safe for sensitive skin?
Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid) is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid)?
1 product in our database contains Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid). The highest-rated is Trader Joe's Nourish Oil-Free Antioxidant Facial Moisturizer scoring 7.2/9.8.
Can I use Thioctic Acid (A-Lipoic Acid) every day?
pH adjusters are present at minimal concentrations and are part of daily product use. They are not a concern for any skin type.