Sodium PCA - 4.2floz / 125ml
Description: Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid which is an uncommon amino acid found naturally in many proteins. Colorless clear liquid, soluble in water, pH 6. 8-7. 4. CAS# 28874-51-3. INCI Name: Sodium PCA. Properties: Occurs naturally in human skin and is responsible for binding moisture to the cells. Highly water-absorbent, holding several time its weight in water, which makes it an excellent humectant. It is a stronger hydrating agent than the traditional compounds as e. g. glycerin, propylene glycol. It is also good for hair care as it reduces static electricity. Use: Add as is to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 0. 5 - 10%. Applications: All kinds of skin care products such as creams, gels, lotions, hair care products, color cosmetics, mouthwashes.