Humectant ingredient
Hydroxyproline
A non-proteinogenic amino acid and key component of collagen used in cosmetics as a humectant; its presence in the NMF supports hydration and signals collagen stabilization.
Also known as: oxyproline, l-hydroxyproline, trans-4-hydroxy-l-proline
humectantamino-acid
Benefits
- ✓Attracts and retains moisture as a collagen-derived amino acid
- ✓Supports collagen synthesis and skin firmness
- ✓Component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor
No known watch-fors.
