OriginProline is synthesized from glutamic acid or arginine through chemical reduction and cyclization processes. It is produced via fermentation of microorganisms or chemical synthesis from petrochemical-derived precursors.
2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid, (S)-
Solubility 162000
Formula
C5H9NO2
Mol. Weight
115.13
CAS #
147-85-3, 609-36-9
Form
Powder
State
Dry Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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