Description

Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid, also known as PCA. It is a naturally occurring component of human skin and a part of the natural moisturizing factors (NMF) that maintain a healthy epidermis, and responsible for the skin's moisture-binding capacity. Sodium PCA is very hygroscopic, attracting moisture from the air. It imparts a moist feeling to hair and skin. Applied to the skin is absorbed to a limited extent. It is non-comedogenic, nonirritating to the eye and skin, even at concentrations up to 50%, and does not contribute to phototoxicity or sensitization. It is rapidly biodegradable. Derived from amino acids and is highly water absorbing. Due to its moisture-binding ability, it is a high performance humectant which increases the skin's softness when added to products.

How to Use Its powerful humectant properties in many skin and hair care products including gels, creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, lipsticks and foundations. Recommended Usage Rate: 0.2%-4%. Soluble in water and alcohols, insoluble in oils.