In cancer research, it has long been known that lactic acid, or lactate, is produced in large quantities by cancer cells and that this lactic acid disrupts our defense against tumors. Until now, ...

Complicated, hard-to-heal wounds are a growing medical problem and there are currently only two drugs approved with proven efficacy. In a new study on humans, researchers at Uppsala University show ...

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Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid mostly derived from milk, but it can also be extracted from vegan sources like corn starch and other sugar-rich foods. However, most skincare products use ...

If you're dealing with spots, uneven skin texture and hyperpigmentation (or dark spots), lactic acid should feature in your skincare routine in some way, and if you have sensitive or reactive skin, it ...

William Truswell, MD, FACS, operates his own cosmetic and reconstructive facial surgery practice. Dr. Truswell was the first in his area in Western Massachusetts to have an accredited private office ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." We're here to tell you that lactic acid doesn't just cause sore muscles. In the skincare world, salicylic ...