Polyglutamic Acid

The details

Polyglutamic Acid is made up many glutamic acid s chained together. It is created from bacterial fermentation. This ingredient is an effective skin hydrator and may help speed up wound healing. As a humectant, it draws and holds water to the skin. This ingredient is often compared to hyaluronic acid or glycerin . Similarly to hyaluronic acid, it can vary in molecular weights. This means polyglutamic acid is capable of bringing hydration to lower levels of the skin. Fun fact: Polyglutamic Acid is found in the Japanese food, natto. It is also being used in cancer treatment studies.

Effects

Found in (2 products)

rhode

Barrier Butter

Night Moisturizers

Oil-freeReef safeParaben-free+3

NYX Cosmetics

The Face Glue Gripping Primer

Makeup Primers

Oil-freeReef safeAlcohol-free+6