Lauryl Pca
What Lauryl Pca is & what it does
Lauryl PCA is the lauryl ester of PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), a molecule related to the skin's natural moisturizing factor. In cosmetics it functions as a skin-conditioning and emulsifying-type agent, helping bind moisture and improve the feel of a formula. It is commonly used in moisturizers and emulsions where a soft, conditioned finish is desired. It is generally well tolerated in typical skincare concentrations.
What is Lauryl PCA?
Lauryl PCA is the lauryl ester of PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), a molecule related to the skin's natural moisturizing factor. It is used in moisturizers and emulsions.
What does Lauryl PCA do in skincare?
It works as a skin-conditioning and emulsifying-type agent, helping bind moisture and improve a formula's feel, leaving a soft, conditioned finish.
Is Lauryl PCA safe?
It is generally well tolerated at the concentrations typical of skincare, and no concerns are flagged in our data. Individual sensitivities can vary.
Sunscreens with Lauryl Pca
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Wedze Stick Solaire SPF 50+
79/100
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Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum Spf 20 - Oil Free
49/100
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Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Oil Free Natural Skin Perfector SPF 20
49/100
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bareMinerals Correcting Concealer SPF 20
49/100