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Glycine

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INCI: Glycine
In short · TL;DR
Category
Moisturizing
Effect
The smallest-structure amino acid that supplements NMF and conditions the skin to smoothness
Concentration
Generally 0.05-1% (varies by product)
Effect
The smallest-structure amino acid that supplements NMF and conditions the skin to smoothness
Mechanism
A constituent amino acid of stratum corneum NMF, contributing to moisture absorption and retention. Also used for buffering and conditioning
Typical concentration
Generally 0.05-1% (varies by product)
Onset
Moisturizing sensation immediately after application
Cautions
Basically low-irritant
Evidence & references
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/750
Journal

Related Journal

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Skin Longevity SeriesThe Science of Summer Acne—Sweat, Sebum, Clogged Pores, and the Ecology of C. acnesSkin Longevity SeriesThe Three Dermal Pillars — Collagen, Elastin and Hyaluronic Acid
This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
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