Polyhydroxy acid (PHA), gentler than AHAs; does not penetrate as deeply; antioxidant properties; humectant effect; well-tolerated by rosacea and sensitive skin; chelating properties; no photosensitivity concern at cosmetic concentrations
Function & Common Use
Active (PHA exfoliant) / Antioxidant
Active Ingredient
Sensitive skin exfoliants toners serums
Synthetic / Fermentation
Concentration Limits
No formal limit
No specific limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gluconolactone safe to use in skincare?
Gluconolactone has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Polyhydroxy acid (PHA), gentler than AHAs; does not penetrate as deeply; antioxidant properties; humectant effect; well-tolerated by rosacea and sensitive skin; chelating properties; no photosensitivity concern at cosmetic concentrations
Is Gluconolactone allowed in India?
Gluconolactone is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.
What is Gluconolactone used for in cosmetics?
Gluconolactone functions as: Active (PHA exfoliant) / Antioxidant. It is commonly found in: Sensitive skin exfoliants toners serums.
Regulatory Status
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies
Identifiers
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