
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) is a naturally occurring fatty acid and a universal antioxidant that is soluble in both water and oil. This unique dual solubility allows it to penetrate all areas of the cell, providing superior, comprehensive protection against a wide range of free radicals.ALA is highly valued for its ability to recharge and regenerate other primary antioxidants (like Vitamin C and E), reduce the appearance of fine lines, pores, and improve overall skin texture and tone.
| INCI Name | Thioctic Acid |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 1077-28-7 |
| Source | Synthetic or Yeast fermentation |
| Appearance | Yellow crystalline powder |
| Core Function | Universal Antioxidant, Fine Line Reduction, Pore Minimizing, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant Regeneration. |
Clinically proven to reduce skin sensitivity markers by 40% within 48 hours, while fundamentally regenerating spent antioxidants like Glutathione and Vitamin C to significantly refine visible pores and reduce erythema without barrier disruption.
In the demanding realm of cellular metabolism and universal antioxidant defense, delivering unparalleled free radical neutralization without triggering sensory discomfort or skin irritation is the ultimate formulation challenge. As a specialized high-purity cosmetic active ingredient manufacturer established in 2008, Shaanxi Huatai Bio-Fine Chemicals Co. delivers a premium Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) rigorously engineered to completely remove residual sensitizing impurities and standard sulfurous odors. Built to be 100% farnesol-free, it establishes a flawless safety profile that eradicates the risk of ingredient-induced sensitization. By operating flawlessly in both aqueous and lipid environments, this ultra-pure universal antioxidant seamlessly regenerates endogenous protective networks, offering professional-grade resurfacing and photoaging reversal for even the most hyper-reactive skin.
For Global OEM/ODM Innovators: Achieve ultimate formulation elegance and extreme compatibility. Overcoming the notorious sulfurous odor typically associated with raw ALA, our highly purified active is engineered to dissolve flawlessly into your oil phase or suitable solvents (ethanol/glycols), yielding a highly refined, water-white, and entirely odorless profile in your final emulsion. It ensures zero unintended formula discoloration and guarantees it will never compromise the precise aesthetic or fragrance of your final pore-refining toners or resurfacing peels. Exceptionally stable when maintained below pH 6.0, it completely eliminates the manufacturing friction and sensory degradation typically associated with standard lipoic acid formulations.
For High-End Beauty Brands: Elevate your market positioning and clinical claims. This ultra-pure, universal antioxidant is the signature choice for strict “Clean Beauty” mandates and highly tolerable “SOS Emergency Repair” formulations. Empower your brand to market “Antioxidant Network Regeneration,” “Pore Refining,” and intense photoaging reversal without the irritation linked to traditional chemical peels. Capture the fierce loyalty of consumers demanding highly potent, non-sensitizing clinical solutions that deliver a flawless, refined texture and intense tissue calming without redness.
Appearance: High-purity powder (engineered to yield a refined, water-white, and invisible profile when properly dissolved in final cosmetic solutions)
Odor: Odorless (rigorously refined to remove standard sulfurous notes for absolute formulation control)
Purity: ≥ 98.0% (Maximum dual-compartment radical scavenging and antioxidant regeneration)
Molecular Weight: 206.32 g/mol
Heavy Metals: < 10 ppm
Recommended Usage: 0.5% – 5.0% (Lower ranges for daily defense; higher for professional resurfacing)
pH Range Stability: Must be maintained below a pH of 6.0 for optimal active stability
Processing Guidelines: Dual solubility (lipid and aqueous). Must be dissolved in the oil phase or an appropriate solvent (ethanol/propylene glycol) before adding to the main emulsion. Add during the cooling phase (below 40°C) and package exclusively in opaque, airless containers to protect from photodegradation.
Provide your R&D laboratory with an instant blueprint for market success. Our Alpha Lipoic Acid acts as a supreme biological defense engine, protecting and amplifying the restorative efficacy of companion actives:
Alpha Lipoic Acid + Allantoin: The ultimate resurfacing and cellular soothing matrix. Combines the universal free radical neutralization and pore-refining power of ALA with the water-soluble wound-healing properties of Allantoin to rapidly clear micro-traumas, smooth skin texture, and instantly soothe post-peel, hyper-reactive skin.
Alpha Lipoic Acid + Panthenol: A comprehensive “SOS Barrier Rescue” and antioxidant regeneration system. Panthenol floods the stratum corneum with deep, targeted hydration, creating a healthy, non-reactive environment that allows ALA to effectively regulate NF-kB inflammatory pathways and regenerate spent Vitamin C without triggering tightness or reactivity.
Alpha Lipoic Acid + Ceramide NP: The absolute structural longevity and “Clean Beauty Defense” complex. While ALA works fundamentally from within both the cytosol and cell membrane to repair photoaging and minimize erythema, Ceramide NP safely and physically rebuilds the skin’s depleted lipid cement on the surface, ensuring a resilient, youthful, and perfectly defended skin barrier.
Formulate with absolute regulatory confidence. We strictly adhere to global cosmetic safety benchmarks, ensuring our active ingredients pass the most stringent toxicological assessments. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility operates under the highest global standards, fully certified by:
ISO9001
ISO22000
COSMOS
HALAL
IQNET
Every batch is supported by a comprehensive technical dossier to streamline your global compliance, supply chain transparency, and regulatory filing processes.
Stop compromising on formula stability, sulfurous odors, and ingredient-induced irritation. Protect your consumers and elevate your product lines with the global standard in highly stable, non-sensitizing universal antioxidant actives.
Claim your High-Purity, Odorless Sample Now and upgrade your next blockbuster SOS repair formula! Contact our technical sales team immediately to secure your free lab sample, request a customized bulk quote, and access the full Technical Dossier (TDS, MSDS, COA, and Clinical Efficacy Reports).
Huatai Bio provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-efficacy cosmetic active ingredients, empowering global brands to create next-generation skincare formulations for high-end skincare formulation needs.
Comprehensive Solutions & Innovation: Our categories cover the full spectrum of market requirements: Anti-aging & Firming, Oil-Control & Anti-acne, Anti-inflammatory & Soothing,Antioxidant Defense, Brightening,and Hydration & Barrier Repair.We offer both established classics and cutting-edge actives.
Driven by a passion for scientific excellence, our state-of-the-art R&D laboratory is dedicated to exploring the frontier of bio-active molecules. Beyond supplying ingredients, we offer end-to-end formulation consultancy and customized solution development. Our team of expert chemists works closely with your brand to overcome complex stability issues and sensory challenges, ensuring your final product stands out in a competitive global market.
Uncompromising Quality & Credibility:We ensure every batch of our Active skincare ingredients meets rigorous quality standards, including COSMOS, ISO 9001/22000, and HALAL Certification. This commitment, backed by a complete Technical Dossier, offers clinically-backed solutions and guaranteed compliance for every formulation challenge.



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