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Humectant

SODIUM PCA

CAS 28874-51-3 Updated
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Sodium PCA — a humectant that occurs naturally in the skin's own moisturizing factor (NMF). One of the gentlest, most water-binding hydrators; excellent safety record.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONINGHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Component of skin natural moisturizing factor
  • Strong humectant
  • Non-irritating, non-sensitizing

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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