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iMoist™ PCA

Sodium PCA it is part of natural moisturizer factor on skin and provides stronger hydrating power than glycerin, sorbitol and propanediol. This naturally occurring humectant is the salt of pyrrolidone carbonic acid. It has high water absorbing properties and it is also considered to be hygroscopic. Sodium PCA then binds moisture to cells in an efficient way as it is a nonirritant to the eyes nor skin even at high concentrations. Sodium PCA can be used in all kinds of cosmetics products, like toner, cream, lotion, foundation, shampoo, facial cleanser and soap.

Brand: iMoist (7 products)

INCI Name: Sodium PCA

Functions: Absorbent, Emollient, Humectant, Moisturizing Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher

Benefit Claims: Emolliency, Hydrating, Moisturizing

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Sodium PCA
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Absorbent,
Emollient,
Humectant,
Moisturizing Agent
CAS No.
28874-51-3
EC No.
249-277-1
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Texturizers & Fillers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Emolliency,
Hydrating,
Moisturizing
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Product Benefits

Skin care benefits:

  • Affinitive to hair, delivers moisture to hair.
  • With good compatibility of skin, helps skin be soft, enhance skin elasticity.
  • Excellent moisture absorption, twice of Polyethylene Glycol and 6 times of Sorbitol.
  • Combining with Hyaluronic Acid, obtains excellent synergy.
  • It has no irritation for skin and eyes.
  • Delivers adhesion and moisturization.
  • Used as an emollient and humectant to the skin

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Application Format
Creams,
Lotions,
Powder,
Rinse Off,
Spray
Color Cosmetic Applications
Foundation
Hair Care Applications
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Spray,
Shampoos & Rinses
Skin Care Applications
Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Face Cream,
Facial Cleanser,
Skin Toners
Use Level
2.0-5.0%
Recommended Uses
  • Skin moisturizers and fresheners.
  • Toner, essence.
  • Anti-aging, illuminating and UV protecting creams.
  • Leave-in conditioners, shampoos, conditioners and hair sprays.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Kosher

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

25kg/drum

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 year
Storage and Handling

Store in sealed containers, preferably away from heat or light.