Humectant ingredient

Phenylalanine

An essential aromatic amino acid used in cosmetics as a humectant that contributes to the skin's natural moisturizing factor.

Also known as: l-phenylalanine

humectantamino-acid

Benefits

  • Attracts and retains moisture
  • Supports the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF)

No known watch-fors.

At a glance
CategoryHumectant
IrritancyLow
Beginner-friendlyYes
Pregnancy safeYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 15 products
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Products with Phenylalanine

Hydr8 B5 IntenseSerum
Medik8
Hydr8 B5 Intense
Reedle Shot 100Serum
VT Cosmetics
Reedle Shot 100
Cica Daily Soothing MaskMask
VT
Cica Daily Soothing Mask
Aquaporin CreamMoisturizer
Cell Fusion C
Aquaporin Cream
Reedle Shot 300Serum
VT
Reedle Shot 300
Amino Acid Gentle Bubble CleanserCleanser
Dr. Althea
Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser