Acetyl Glutamine
What Acetyl Glutamine is & what it does
Acetyl Glutamine is an acetylated form of the amino acid glutamine. In skincare it is used as a skin-conditioning and moisturizing agent, and the acetyl group is intended to improve its stability and compatibility within a formula. A notable property is that, as an amino acid derivative, it relates to the building blocks that make up proteins in skin.
What does Acetyl Glutamine do in skincare?
Acetyl Glutamine is used as a skin-conditioning and moisturizing agent. It is an acetylated form of the amino acid glutamine, and the acetyl group is meant to improve its stability in a formula. It is included to support a soft, hydrated, conditioned skin feel.
Is Acetyl Glutamine safe?
Acetyl Glutamine is an amino acid derivative used at low levels in skincare and is generally well tolerated. Amino acid based conditioning ingredients are considered gentle and low-irritation. As with any ingredient, patch testing is reasonable for very reactive skin.
Is Acetyl Glutamine vegan?
Acetyl Glutamine used in cosmetics is typically produced synthetically or by fermentation rather than from animal sources, so it is often suitable for vegan products. However, the source can vary by supplier, and a finished product's vegan status also depends on its other ingredients. Checking the brand's vegan certification is the most reliable confirmation.
Sunscreens with Acetyl Glutamine
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Transparent lab
Niche Beauty Lab Transparent Lab Lightweight Sunscreen SPF 50+
95/100
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Transparent lab Lightweight Sunscreen SPF 50+ PPD33
94/100
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Goodal Heartleaf Soothing Green Tone Up Sun Cream
82/100
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Dorskin Sunspray SPF 35
75/100
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eighth day skin The Rejuvenating Moisturizing Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
73/100
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SPF habits Your Outdoor
73/100