See also: d-glucuronic acid, monosodium salt (annotation moved to).
Formula
C6H9NaO7
Mol. Weight
216.12
CAS #
14984-34-0, 4934-42-3
Form
Liquid
State
Monohydrate: White solid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
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.
Draws water to skin
Traditional Use
A synthetic derivative of glucuronic acid developed for cosmetic use in the late 20th century. Used as a hydrating and skin-conditioning agent designed to mimic natural humectants.