AMMONIUM GLYCOLATE is graded B (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under Health Canada (Restricted).
AMMONIUM GLYCOLATE
Safety grade: B
Ammonium glycolate is a chemical compound made from glycolic acid (a natural fruit acid) combined with ammonia. It helps gently remove dead skin cells and smooth the skin's surface.
This ingredient works as a chemical exfoliant to slough away dead skin cells and balance the pH of skincare products, leaving skin smoother and more refined.
Graded using: COSING.
- Health Canada — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Buffering ingredients
- CITRIC ACID — Grade B
- SODIUM HYDROXIDE — Grade B
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- SODIUM CITRATE — Grade A
- TRIETHANOLAMINE — Grade C
- SODIUM LACTATE — Grade A
- POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE — Grade B**
- UREA — Grade B