glycolic

or gly·col·lic

[ glahy-kol-ik ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or derived from glycol.

Word History and Origins

Origin of glycolic¹

First recorded in 1850–55; glycol + -ic

Example Sentences

If so, he recommended using products with glycolic acid, a gentle chemical exfoliant, to boost skin-cell turnover without drying out your skin.

From Seattle Times

It also produces glycolic acid, which is widely used in the cosmetics industry.

From BBC

I have this Biossance Squalane + Glycolic Renewal Mask, and yesterday I got this Youth to the People Superclay mask at Sephora.

From New York Times

Common AHAs are glycolic, lactic, mandelic, malic, tartaric and citric acids.

From Washington Post

For this reason, Dr. Ciraldo recommends removing barrier-degrading ingredients like glycolic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and retinol from your stress skin routine.

From New York Times