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glycolic acid [glī′käl·ik ′as·əd] (organic chemistry) CH2OHCOOH Colorless, deliquescent leaflets, decomposing about 78°C; soluble in water, alcohol, and ether; used as a chemical intermediate in fabric dyeing. Also known as hydroxyacetic acid. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The slime contains collagen, elastin and glycolic acid, which Bascunan says helps to eliminate dead human skin cells and to generate new cells. After bathing, slick on a glycolic acid lotion (Neutrogena Healthy Skin Face Lotion or any 10-percent solution at stores like Sephora) mixed with a dab of hydrocortisone (the . Natural glycolic acid is derived from sugarcane, lactic acid is found in milk, and arginine comes from brown rice. |
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