Ingredient
Polyglutamic Acid
Humectant that holds 4-5x more water than hyaluronic acid. Also inhibits hyaluronidase to preserve natural HA.
Polyglutamic acid is a powerful humectant that can hold 5,000 times its weight in water, outperforming hyaluronic acid. It forms a moisturizing film on skin while inhibiting hyaluronidase, the enzyme that breaks down natural hyaluronic acid.
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Comedogenic score: 0/5
Low concern
Polyglutamic Acid has a low comedogenic rating and is unlikely to clog pores.
Low concern
Polyglutamic Acid is considered safe for fungal-acne-prone skin.
Low concern
Polyglutamic Acid is generally considered safe during pregnancy.
Low concern
Polyglutamic Acid has a low irritation potential and is well tolerated by most skin types.
Common Questions
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