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Profile: Arginine.
Commonly known as:
L-arginine.
I.N.C.I. list name:
Arginine.
Extraction process:
Fermentation of plant sugars (solution of dextrose, tapioca/cassava starch or sugar cane molasses) by microorganisms (Corynebacterium), followed by a stage of evaporation, filtration and crystallisation.
Source:
Plant-based.
Botanical name:
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Part of the plant extracted:
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Provenance, origin:
Indonesia.
Chemical characteristics:
Molecular weight: 174.2 g/mol; Soluble in water; Operational pH: 10.5 - 12.
Characteristics:
Emulsion, true aqueous solution.
Dosage required in cosmetic products:
Between 0.5 and 5% as a cosmetic active; Variable dosage as a pH adjuster.
Function:
Antistatic, hair conditioner, masking agent, skin conditioning agent.
Properties:
Stimulating, fortifying, conditioning, coating, softening, repairing, pH adjusting, detangling, moisturising, regenerating, pigmenting.
Benefits:
All hair types, particularly damaged, brittle and dull hair; Recommended in cases of brittle nails, and sparse eyelashes and eyebrows.
Details
Properties
Moisturiser: Enhancing the water retention capacity and supporting the skin's barrier function;
Neutraliser: Adjusting the pH of formulations due to its alkaline nature.
Applications
Facial Care (face serums, eye contour creams, toners, cleansing gels, face masks, sun protection products);
Body Care (nail care);
Hair Care (hair masks, shampoos, conditioners, hair lotions, hair serums);
Hygiene (Oral-Dental Care);
Makeups (mascaras).
Method of Preservation
Maintain at a temperature of 10 to 30°C in a dry place, shielded from light and moisture.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
No health hazards have been reported for arginine: no irritation or allergic reactions. It is compatible with most cosmetic ingredients.
Find out more
Arginine is an amino acid naturally present in our body for the synthesis of numerous proteins. It also serves to increase the pH of a preparation that is too acidic.
