glycolic

or gly·col·lic

[ glahy-kol-ik ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or derived from glycol.

Word History and Origins

Origin of glycolic¹

First recorded in 1850–55; glycol + -ic

Example Sentences

It’s also chock full of vitamin C, enzymes, glycolic acid, and a slew of other powerhouse ingredients derived from natural sources that combined, brighten skin, soften fine lines, and fade discoloration.

From The Daily Beast