L-Carnitine

AntioxidantSebum / Acne

INCI: Carnitine

In short · TL;DR

Category

Antioxidant

Effect

Mitochondrial fatty acid transport, ATP production, sebum balance

Concentration

0.5-2%

Effect

Mitochondrial fatty acid transport, ATP production, sebum balance

Mechanism

Carries long-chain fatty acids to mitochondria, promotes β-oxidation

Typical concentration

0.5-2%

Onset

4-8 weeks for sebum reduction

Cautions

Hygroscopic

Evidence & references

Skin Pharmacol. Physiol. 2007: significant sebum reduction

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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