ETHYL PCA

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Ethyl PCA is used primarily as a moisturizing and conditioning agent in skin care. It helps maintain skin hydration by attracting and retaining water, which helps improve skin appearance and texture.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Ethyl PCA is considered safe for use in cosmetic products. It is generally well tolerated by the skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, ethyl PCA is an ingredient of synthetic or plant origin, so is generally considered vegan.

✨ Worth knowing: Ethyl PCA is an ethyl version of PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), which is naturally present in the skin as a component of the natural moisturizing factor. It is non-irritating, but as with any ingredient, a skin sensitivity test is recommended for particularly sensitive skin.

Present in: Moisturizers, serums, lotions and hair care products for hydration and conditioning.