Emollient ingredient
PCA Dimethicone
A silicone polymer modified with pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (PCA) groups. PCA is an amino acid-derived NMF component naturally present in the skin's stratum corneum. This hybrid ingredient delivers silicone's characteristic smoothing and film-forming properties alongside PCA's water-binding humectancy. Suited to lightweight sleeping masks and hydrating formulas.
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Benefits
- ✓Combines silicone's smooth, non-greasy skin-conditioning with PCA's humectant properties
- ✓Leaves a silky, comfortable skin feel without heaviness
- ✓PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid) is a natural moisturizing factor (NMF) component that supports skin hydration
No known watch-fors.
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Hyaluronic Acid+ Glycerin+ Niacinamide
