Did you know that a simple lactic acid mask can work wonders for your skin?
That's because alpha hydroxy acids like lactic acid exfoliate dead skin, increase cell turnover, stimulate collagen production, brighten skin tone, draw moisture into the epidermis, and even increase the penetration of other skincare ingredients! (source: Soleymani et al., 2018)
A lactic acid mask is the perfect "in between" option if you're not ready for a lactic acid peel but you don't have the time to apply a lactic acid serum, either.
Now, with so many lactic acid masks on the market, which one is right for you? 🤔
In this post, I'll discuss how to choose a lactic acid mask and my top recommendations.
Let's get started!
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What Is The Best Lactic Acid Mask?
Here are my top recommendations:
- Editor's Choice: Glytone Rejuvenating Mask (3.0 PFAV Glycolic Acid)
- Best for Brighter Skin: REN Clean Skincare Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask
- Best for Firmer Skin: Control Corrective Ultra Peptide Cream Mask
- Best Budget Pick: Planet Eden Milk Chocolate Anti-Aging Alpha Hydroxy Mask
- Best Organic Option: Tata Harper Clarifying Mask
Meanwhile, ascorbic acid (vitamin C) helps fade dark spots and brighten your complexion while kaolin and bentonite clays draw out impurities and detoxify your skin.
Finally, soluble collagen accelerates the recovery process to build smoother and firmer skin while glycerin helps keep your skin hydrated.
My Verdict: Keep your skin looking younger and smoother with Glytone Rejuvenating Mask featuring 3.0 PFAV glycolic acid, lactic acid, vitamin C, purifying clays, collagen, and glycerin.
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My Verdict: Clean beauty (simple ingredients, minimal packaging, cruelty free) is the future and REN Clean Skincare is already there! Use Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask with fruit enzymes to brighten, tighten, and rejuvenate your skin for a healthy & youthful glow.
My Verdict: Keep your skin looking firmer with Control Corrective Ultra Peptide Cream Mask featuring youth-restoring retinol and lactic acid, wrinkle-relaxing peptides, and soothing botanical extracts. Excellent reviews and made in the USA.
Before applying, mix well with a spoon or wooden stick as the organic oils (apricot, rose hip) will naturally rise to the top. If it looks dry, add a bit of water to the mixture and stir.
My Verdict: Enjoy a heavenly spa day without the hassle with Planet Eden Milk Chocolate Mask featuring 15% lactic acid, detoxifying kaolin clay, and delicious organic cocoa powder.
(definitely check out the full ingredient list for yourself, it's very extensive! 👍)
Quartz micro-crystals round out the formula for an extra bit of physical exfoliation.
My Verdict: Clean, natural, organic beauty, whatever you call it, Tata Harper is on the cutting edge with high-performance botanical ingredients sourced from its organic farm in Vermont. Feel the difference with the brand's bestselling Clarifying Mask for clearer, blemish-free skin.