Humectant
Pyroglutamic Acid
A natural humectant amino acid derivative that helps the skin retain moisture and strengthens the natural moisturizing factor (NMF).
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Pyroglutamic acid is a cyclic form of glutamic acid naturally present in the stratum corneum as part of the NMF. The NMF is the skin's internal hydration system — pyroglutamic acid helps attract and bind water within skin cells.
Used in hydrating toners, essences, and serums to replenish NMF components, improve skin water content, and help dry skin maintain comfortable hydration levels.
Key Benefits
NMF replenishment
Replenishes a key component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor.
Humectant hydration
Attracts and binds moisture in the skin for lasting hydration.
Barrier compatibility
Naturally present in healthy skin, supporting barrier function.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
Pyroglutamic acid is a gentle humectant. For intensive hydration, layer with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and occlusive moisturizers.
CategoryHumectants
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pyroglutamic Acid do for skin?
Used in hydrating toners, essences, and serums to replenish NMF components, improve skin water content, and help dry skin maintain comfortable hydration levels.
Who should use Pyroglutamic Acid?
Pyroglutamic Acid is suitable for: dry skin, dehydrated skin, all skin types, sensitive skin.
Are there any warnings about Pyroglutamic Acid?
Pyroglutamic acid is a gentle humectant. For intensive hydration, layer with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and occlusive moisturizers.
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