OriginSynthesized from glutamic acid (an amino acid) and palmitic acid, both derived from natural or synthetic sources. Produced through esterification or amidation reactions that bond the palmitic acid chain to glutamic acid.
Glutamic acid, N-(1-oxohexadecyl)-
Formula
C21H39NO5
Mol. Weight
385.50
CAS #
38079-66-2
Form
Powder
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Loss of Elasticity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
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