Glutamic Acid
What Glutamic Acid is & what it does
Glutamic Acid is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body and in many proteins. In cosmetic formulas it is used as a skin-conditioning agent, a humectant, and a pH adjuster, and it is one of the components of skin's natural moisturizing factor. It can help support hydration and is often paired with other amino acids in moisturizing and barrier-supporting formulas.
What does Glutamic Acid do in skincare?
Glutamic Acid is an amino acid used as a humectant, skin-conditioning agent, and pH adjuster. It is part of skin's natural moisturizing factor, so it can help support hydration. It is often combined with other amino acids in moisturizing formulas.
Is Glutamic Acid safe?
Glutamic Acid is a naturally occurring amino acid that is generally considered safe at the levels used in cosmetics. It is a common, well-tolerated ingredient. People with very sensitive skin can still patch test any new product as a precaution.
Is Glutamic Acid vegan?
The Glutamic Acid used in cosmetics is commonly produced by fermentation and is not necessarily derived from animals. Vegan status, however, depends on the specific source and the whole formula. Check for vegan certification if you want full assurance.
Sunscreens with Glutamic Acid
We rate 42 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Isana Denní Fluid Anti-UV SPF 50
94/100
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Sungboon Editor Green Tomato Pore Blurring Suncream
92/100
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Pestlo Safe Recipe Sun Essence SPF 50+ Pa++++(2022 Renewal)
91/100
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A-Derma Protect Ac - Spf 50+ -Mattifying Fluid
88/100
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A-Derma Protect Ac - Spf 50+
88/100
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JM Solution Double Shield Sun Cream
88/100
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Azio Beauty Age Defy Tinted SPF Perfector
87/100
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Kao Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel Multi-vitamin SPF 50+ Pa++++
82/100
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LANEIGE Watery Sun Cream Spf 50+ Pa++++
82/100
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Biore UV Aqua Rich Airy Hold Cream SPF 50+ Pa++++
82/100