Sodium PCA

Also Known As
pyrrolidone carboxylic acid

Notes

SourceNotesStatus
Gesslein, B.W. (1999) Humectants in Personal Care Formulation Conditioning Agents for Hair and Skin
Moisture capacity 1.5 times greater than glycerin. Ability to hold water over time(dynamic hygroscopicity) is similar to glycerin
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