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HOCl 101 · 1 min read

You’ve probably seen Hypochlorous Acid appearing in skincare—but what exactly is it? We break down the science behind HOCl, where it comes from, how it works and why it has become relevant to skin care.

HOCl 101

Understand Hypochlorous Acid without the chemistry textbook.

HOCl 101

Start with the basics: what HOCl is, where it comes from and why it matters.

HOCl 101

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Lumi Derma / The Journal

Inside Lumi

A simple learning path for anyone discovering Hypochlorous Acid for the first time.

01

What is HOCl?

Understand the molecule.

02

How does it work?

Understand the science.

03

Why formulation matters

Understand concentration, pH, purity and stability.

04

How do I use it?

Understand where Lumi fits into your routine.