Can I use Ammonium Lactate with Retinol?
Use with care
Ammonium Lactate and Retinol are both potent actives that increase cell turnover or lower skin pH. Layering them in the same routine can over-exfoliate, compromise the skin barrier, and cause irritation. If you want both, use them on alternate days or at different times (one AM, one PM).
Ammonium LactateExfoliant
- ✓Mild AHA exfoliation via reduced corneocyte cohesion
- ✓Humectant, natural-moisturizing-factor hydration
- ✓Buffers formula pH
- ⚠CIR-assessed safe up to 10% at final formulation pH
- ⚠Sun sensitivity common to AHAs
RetinolActive
- ✓Smooths fine lines
- ✓Improves texture
- ✓Helps with acne
- ⚠Irritation and peeling
- ⚠Sun sensitivity
- ⚠Not for pregnancy
