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Alpha hydroxy acid market from lactic acid is set to witness a CAGR of over 8.5% from 2022 to 2028. Improved skin moisturizing and skin lightening are important factors that fuel the product demand. In addition, the production of advanced collagen and anti-bacterial agent associated with recovery from sun damage will improve product penetration. Lactic acid, is found primarily in milk, has been used in skincare and cosmetic treatments since antiquity. It is now used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products as a humectant, pH adjuster, exfoliator, and skin conditioning agent. It firms, smoothes, and brightens the skin while smoothing, brightening, and evening it. It aids in the reduction of the appearance of dark spots, wrinkles, and fine lines.
Ease in availability of lactic acid products and comparatively lower cost than other products is anticipated to augment the market statistics. Rising inclination toward well-being and health awareness amidst the pandemic has boosted the demand for food products and skin toners, which in turn accelerates the market expansion. Polylactic acid is used to produce food packaging and packaging products such as cups & trays which in turn it drives the overall market growth trends.
Alpha Hydroxy Acid market from cosmetics applications is projected to cross USD 1.5 billion by 2028 driven by increased spending on cosmetic products due to changing standards of living. Further, cosmetics product properties such as reduction of aging signs, acne scars, and wrinkles will drive the market size. Moreover, hair care products for hair fall treatment and allowing detangling are expected to drive market statistics. Changing consumers toward premium and opulence brands is a key role to boost the industry landscape during the forecast period.
North American alpha hydroxy acid market is anticipated to surpass USD 650 million by 2028. Changing preference for beauty products to prevent the toxic effects of dust, sun rays, and pollution will propel the regional industry statistics. Supporting government regulations is playing a prominent role in the business growth of chemical products. Increasing consumer spending on personal care products will drive market growth during the forecast period. Additionally, increased utilization of acne scars, peels, and mouth spray is driving the market share during the analysis period. Rapidly rising demand for anti-aging products due to their multifunctional properties is driving the North American industry outlook.