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Glycine
INCI Name: Glycine
Glycine is an amino acid with small molecular weight, therefore can easily pass through the pores of the skin. That’s why it is very useful in retaining moisture within the skin. It is interesting to know that the skin’s important protein collagen has glycine as one of its constituents.
Glycine with other amino acids, as well as sugars and electrolytes form the skin’s natural moisturizing factor (NMF). So, when glycine as cosmetic ingredient can enhances moisture retention of skin.
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A powerful skin lightener that acts as an antioxidant and tyrosinase inhibitor.
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Stimulates blood circulation, so that cells are particularly well supplied with oxygen and nutrients
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As an AHA, it gently exfoliates the skin, breaking down the bonds between dead skin cells.
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An ingredient hydrolyzed from elastin, the protein responsible for skin elasticity, and absorbed into the skin.
