AccessCARE LBA

High-Performance PHA for Gentle Exfoliation and Deep Hydration

INCI Name: Lactobionic Acid

AccessCARE LBA is a pure Lactobionic Acid, a next-generation polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that delivers multi-functional benefits for all skin types, especially sensitive skin. It provides gentle yet effective exfoliation without the irritation associated with traditional AHAs. As a powerful humectant and antioxidant, it deeply hydrates the skin, strengthens the moisture barrier, and helps protect against environmental damage, revealing a smoother, brighter, and more radiant complexion.

Solubility Notes:

Highly soluble in water. Add to the water phase of your formulation. For exfoliating efficacy, maintain final pH between 3.5 and 4.5; adjust with a suitable base (e.g., sodium hydroxide) as needed.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Gentle Exfoliating Treatments

Effectively resurfaces the skin to improve texture and clarity in leave-on treatments and masks formulated for sensitive or reactive skin.
Hydrating Toners & Essences

Acts as a powerful humectant, drawing moisture into the skin to provide lasting hydration and plumpness in daily-use toners.
Anti-Aging & Brightening Serums

Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and discoloration while providing antioxidant protection against premature aging.
Barrier Repair Creams

Strengthens the skin's natural barrier function, making it ideal for moisturizers designed to soothe, protect, and build resilience.
Pre- and Post-Procedure Care

Prepares skin for professional treatments and aids in recovery by providing non-irritating exfoliation and conditioning.
Sensitive Skin Formulations

Offers the benefits of exfoliation and renewal without causing redness or stinging, making it a perfect choice for calming products.

Performance & Formulation Insights for AccessCARE LBA

How Lactobionic Acid Works

AccessCARE LBA (Lactobionic Acid) is a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) with a larger molecular structure than alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) like glycolic acid. This larger size slows penetration for a gentler, low-irritation exfoliation while effectively promoting the orderly shedding of corneocytes in the stratum corneum. The result is smoother texture, refined look of pores, and enhanced radiance.

Beyond exfoliation, Lactobionic Acid is an exceptional humectant thanks to its multiple hydroxyl groups, enabling strong water binding for deep, lasting hydration. It also exhibits antioxidant behavior by chelating excess iron ions that can catalyze oxidative reactions, helping to protect skin from environmental stressors. This dual action of surface renewal and protection makes it a smart choice for advanced anti-aging and skin health formulations.

Formulation Guidelines

AccessCARE LBA is a white crystalline powder that is highly soluble in water, making it easy to add to the aqueous phase of serums, toners, gels, and emulsions. For effective exfoliation, target a final product pH of 3.5–4.5. Because the material is acidic, you may need to partially neutralize with a suitable base (e.g., sodium hydroxide) to reach your intended pH.

It is compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients, including humectants (e.g., hyaluronic acid), antioxidants (e.g., vitamin C derivatives), and niacinamide. Its gentle profile makes it a versatile alternative or complement to AHAs in multi-step routines and sensitive skin formulas.

Key Formulation Benefits

Gentle for Sensitive Skin: Provides effective exfoliation and renewal with significantly less irritation than traditional AHAs.
Powerful Humectant: Binds water to deliver deep hydration, visibly plumping fine lines and improving elasticity.
Potent Antioxidant: Chelates metal ions and helps defend against oxidative stress and photoaging.
Improves Barrier Function: Supports the skin’s moisture barrier to reduce TEWL and enhance overall resilience.
Enhances Radiance: Smooths texture and promotes a more even tone for a brighter, luminous complexion.
Clinically Studied: Supported by research demonstrating improvements in texture, firmness, and overall appearance.

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Benefits	AHA/BHA/PHA Acids, Anti-Aging & Anti-Wrinkle, Antioxidants, Deep Hydration, Exfoliants, Moisturizing & Hydration
INCI Name	Lactobionic Acid
Usage Rate	2%-10%
Active Type	Acids (AHA/BHA/PHA), Polyhydroxy Acids
Solubility	Water-Soluble
Application Area	Body, Face, Scalp
Physical Form	Powder
Certifications	Cruelty-Free

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessCARE LBA

Lactobionic Acid has a larger molecular structure, penetrating more slowly for significantly less irritation while still delivering effective exfoliation. It is also a strong humectant and provides antioxidant benefits via metal chelation.

The typical usage rate is 2% to 10%. Use 2–5% for daily hydrating and maintenance products, and 5–10% for targeted exfoliating treatments.

For exfoliation, maintain a final pH between 3.5 and 4.5. At higher pH values, it still provides notable hydrating and antioxidant benefits.

Yes. Its gentle, non-irritating nature makes it well-suited for sensitive, dry, and reactive skin types.

Yes. It pairs well with antioxidants like Vitamin C derivatives. When using with retinoids, many routines alternate application (e.g., PHA in the morning, retinoid at night) to maximize benefits and minimize potential sensitivity.

Lactobionic Acid is typically derived from lactose (a milk sugar), so it is generally not considered vegan.

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