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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. acnes
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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