- INCI Name:Lactobionic Acid
- Functions:Humectant, Exfoliant (Chemical), Moisturizing Agent
- Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard
- Certifications & Compliance:IECIC (China)
- Benefit Claims:Mild, Exfoliating, Suitable for Sensitive Skin, Healthy-Looking Skin, Chelating, Hydrating, Anti-Glycation, Improves Skin Appearance, Skin Protection, Improves Dermal Thickness, Firming, Plumping, Smoothing, SimDerma Data Available, Inhibition of Free Radical Formation, Scalp Protection Effect, Antioxidant Properties, Moisturizing, Improves Clarity, Low-Irritation, Photo-Aging Protection, Improved Thickness, Humectancy
TEGO® RenewHA Lacto is an aldonic acid obtained from the oxidation of lactose and comprises of a galactose moiety linked to a gluconic acid molecule via an ether-like linkage. Owing to the high number of hydroxyl groups, LBA is very hygroscopic and forms gels containing about 14% water with atmospheric moisture. This performance is reportedly better than some traditional humectants such as glycerin and sorbitol.