Used as a moisturising agent. Extremely hygroscopic. Imparts a pleasant moist feeling. Increases elasticity and softeness of skin and hair.

INCI:

Sodium PCA

Claims:

• Moisturizing Agents
• Thickeners & Stabilizers
• Anti-static Agents
• Humectants

Applications/Recommended for:

• Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care)>Facial care>Moisturizing products (creams & lotions) 
• Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care)>Facial care>Toners 
• Decorative cosmetics/Make-up Toiletries (Shower & Bath, Oral care...)>Shower & bath>Foam bath 
• Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling)>Shampoos 
• Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling)>Conditionners & detangling products 
• Sun care (Sun protection, After-sun & Self-tanning)>Sun protection
• Sun care (Sun protection, After-sun & Self-tanning)>After sun products

Recommended use level:

• Rinse off products: 1 - 3%, depending on the application
• Leave on products: Approx. 1%, depending on the application

Similar or Equivalent to:

• Ajidew NL-50 (Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc)
• AEC Sodium PCA (A & E Connock (Perfumery & Cosmetics) Ltd.)
• Ajidew N-50 (Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc)
• Dermidrol (Esperis, S.p.A.)
• Nalidone (UCIB (Solabia Group))
• OriStar SPCA (Orient Stars LLC)
• Ritamectant PCA (Rita Corporation)