lipoic acid
noun
li·po·ic acid
lī-ˈpō-ik- 
li-
li-
: any of several microbial growth factors
especially
: a fatty acid C8H14O2S2 that is essential for the oxidation of alpha-keto acids (such as pyruvic acid) in metabolism
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Crafted with ashwagandha, NAC and alpha lipoic acid, the supplement includes a special form of CoQ10 for enhanced bioavailability.
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Perri Ormont Blumberg, Glamour, 10 Sep. 2024
Peptides and alpha-lipoic acid are among the ingredients that help lift and tighten the delicate skin on your neck, while niacinamide and vitamin C work to brighten dark spots.
—Ava Darrin, ELLE, 16 Nov. 2022
High doses of ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, or alpha-lipoic acid: These acid forms of vitamin C can increase skin sensitivity.
—Renée Rouleau, refinery29.com, 28 Jan. 2022
Additional ingredients like CoQ10, alpha-lipoic acid, vitamin C and organic plant extracts help brighten skin.
—oregonlive, 14 May 2020
First up are the Strawberry Rosé Complete Cleansing Towelettes, which deposit alpha lipoic acid (from the titular strawberries) and vitamin C onto skin while fully removing makeup — even the most stubborn waterproof varieties.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 24 Oct. 2019
The latter helps regular blood sugar and insulin levels.. Brussels sprouts also contain an antioxidant called alpha-lipoic acid that’s been studied for its potential ability to help improve insulin function.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 9 July 2019
There is willow bark extract which decongests the skin and tightens pores, as well as alpha-lipoic acid to give skin a bright, healthy glow.
—Micaela English, Town & Country, 18 Mar. 2015
Perri Ormont Blumberg, Glamour, 10 Sep. 2024
Peptides and alpha-lipoic acid are among the ingredients that help lift and tighten the delicate skin on your neck, while niacinamide and vitamin C work to brighten dark spots.
—Ava Darrin, ELLE, 16 Nov. 2022
High doses of ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, or alpha-lipoic acid: These acid forms of vitamin C can increase skin sensitivity.
—Renée Rouleau, refinery29.com, 28 Jan. 2022
Additional ingredients like CoQ10, alpha-lipoic acid, vitamin C and organic plant extracts help brighten skin.
—oregonlive, 14 May 2020
First up are the Strawberry Rosé Complete Cleansing Towelettes, which deposit alpha lipoic acid (from the titular strawberries) and vitamin C onto skin while fully removing makeup — even the most stubborn waterproof varieties.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 24 Oct. 2019
The latter helps regular blood sugar and insulin levels.. Brussels sprouts also contain an antioxidant called alpha-lipoic acid that’s been studied for its potential ability to help improve insulin function.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 9 July 2019
There is willow bark extract which decongests the skin and tightens pores, as well as alpha-lipoic acid to give skin a bright, healthy glow.
—Micaela English, Town & Country, 18 Mar. 2015
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lipoic acid
noun
li·po·ic acid
li-ˌpō-ik-
lī-
lī-
: any of several microbial growth factors
especially
: a crystalline compound C8H14O2S2 that is essential for the oxidation of alpha-keto acids (as pyruvic acid) in metabolism
called also protogen
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