Hydroxy Acid Definition

noun
An organic acid, as lactic acid, in which both the hydroxyl and carboxyl radicals occur.
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Other Word Forms of Hydroxy Acid

Noun

Singular:
hydroxy acid
Plural:
hydroxy acids

Hydroxy Acid Sentence Examples

  • The main difference between alpha hydroxy acids and beta hydroxy acid is their lipid (oil) solubility.

  • Alpha hydroxy acids are water soluble only, while beta hydroxy acid is lipid (oil) soluble.

  • Alpha hydroxy acid is a well known chemical exfoliant.

  • Alpha hydroxy acid is actually derived from fruit and milk sugars, but it can cause skin irritation.

  • For best results, pick a product with 8% to 15% alpha hydroxy acid.

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Words Starting With

HHYHYD

Words Ending With

DIDCID

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