Glycolic acid (or hydroxyacetic acid) is the smallest α-hydroxy acid (AHA). This colorless odorless and hygroscopic crystalline solid is highly soluble in water. It is used in various skin-care products. Glycolic acid is found in some sugar-crops.
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