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Profile: Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid (PCA)

Commonly known as:   Pidolic acid, pyrrolidone acid, 1-pyrroline-5-carboxylic acid, δ-1-pyrroline-5-carboxylic acid, pyroglutamic acid.

I.N.C.I. list name:   PCA.

Extraction process:   Dehydration of Glutamic Acid.

Source:   Synthetic.

Botanical name:   /

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Chemical properties:   A cyclic derivative of glutamic acid; Molecular mass: 113.114 g/mol.

Properties:   Emulsion, true aqueous solution, suspension, balm.

Required dosage in cosmetic products:   Generally used at a minimum of 10%.

Function:   Moisturising agent, humectant agent.

Specificities:   Humectant, moisturising.

Benefits:   All skin types, particularly dry and dehydrated skin.

Details

Properties

  • Humectant: Ability to maintain a level of hydration within the upper layer of the epidermis.

  • Protector: Boosting the protective function of the skin barrier by stimulating the process of epidermal differentiation.

Usage

  • Facial Care (eye contour creams, serums, moisturising creams, peelings, toning lotions);

  • Hair Care (hair masks, conditioners, shampoos);

  • Makeups (foundations).

Method of Preservation

Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place, away from light and heat.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

Non-irritating, this ingredient is well tolerated by all skin types, even those prone to sensitive skin.

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