exfoliant
Gluconolactone (PHA) · 글루코노락톤
INCI: Gluconolactone
Also known as: PHA · Polyhydroxy Acid · 폴리하이드록시산
What it is
Gluconolactone is a PHA — a larger-molecule exfoliant that operates more on the surface and tends to be gentler than AHA/BHA. It also has humectant character, attracting water as it exfoliates. K-beauty positions PHA as the “sensitive-skin-friendly acid,” often combined with soothing extracts.
한국어 설명
PHA(폴리하이드록시산)인 글루코노락톤은 AHA/BHA보다 분자가 커서 표면 위주로 작용하고 자극이 낮은 편이다. 보습 성질도 있어 각질 정돈과 동시에 수분 유지를 돕는다. K-뷰티에서는 “민감 피부용 산” 포지션으로 진정 추출물과 조합되어 사용된다.
Best for
- sensitive skin
- mild texture concerns
- dehydrated skin
Pairs well with
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Niacinamide
- Centella Asiatica
Products with Gluconolactone (PHA) (165)
Catalog matches ranked by data completeness and reviews.
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numbuzinnumbuzin No.5+ Glutathione Vitamin Concentrated Toner Pads (70 Pads) -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Spot Cream 20ml -
Round LabROUND LAB Pine Calming Cica Shampoo 400ml -
FRANKLYFRANKLY Closer Serum 30ml -
SKIN1004ZOMBIE BEAUTY by SKIN1004 BLOODY PEEL 30ml -
Dear, KlairsDear, Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Essence Toner 180ml -
Dr.GDR.G HYPER GLOW 30% AMPOULE PEELING 2 STEP PROGRAMS 15ml (+ pad 4ea) -
Dr.MelaxinDr.Melaxin Peel Shot Exfoliating White Rice Ampoule 80ml -
CellologyCellology Purple Carrot Pore Ampoule 30ml -
celimaxcelimax Jiwoogae One Step Body Brightening Pad (60 pads / 110ml) (22AD) -
SOONDINGSOONDING COCONUT JELLY PUDDING PORE CLEANSER 100ml -
Dr.MelaxinDr.Melaxin Peel Shot Exfoliant Black Rice Ampoule 80ml -
EQQUALBERRYEQQUALBERRY Purple PDRN Pore Minimizing Serum 30ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Glow Mask 25ml * 5ea -
PO:DLPODL Bam Collagen Unbeli-Bubble Ampoule 115ml -
SKIN1004SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Clarifying Mask 23ml * 5ea -
S.NATURES.NATURE Aqua Oasis Toner 300ml -
SNPSNP PREP Salironic Serum 110ml -
COSRXCOSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Glass Glow Hydrogel Mask * 3ea -
Some By MiSOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser 400g -
numbuzinnumbuzin No.4 Hydrating Glow Mineral Toner 200ml -
SUNGBOON EDITORSungboon Editor Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule Mask 1ea -
mixsoonmixsoon Vitamin C 20 Serum 10ml -
Round LabROUND LAB Pine Calming Cica Toner 250ml
Related answer guides
External references
- Gluconolactone (Explained + Products)
Specific cosmetic ingredient page for PHA exfoliant use.
- Gluconolactone | Skin Care Ingredient Dictionary | Paula's Choice
Adds reputable skincare interpretation of gluconolactone/PHA.
- Gluconolactone
Adds independent chemical background.
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