Timonacic
What Timonacic is & what it does
Timonacic, also known as thiazolidinecarboxylic acid, is a small sulfur-containing organic acid related to the amino acid cysteine. In cosmetics it is generally used as a skin-conditioning and firming agent, often promoted for supporting skin tone and resilience. It is water-compatible and typically added at low concentrations in serums and treatment creams. It is considered a relatively niche active rather than a mainstream ingredient.
What is Timonacic?
Timonacic, also called thiazolidinecarboxylic acid, is a small sulfur-containing organic acid related to the amino acid cysteine. In cosmetics it is generally used as a skin-conditioning and firming active.
What does Timonacic do in skincare?
It is generally used as a conditioning and firming agent, often promoted for supporting skin tone and resilience. It is typically added at low levels in serums and treatment creams.
Is Timonacic safe?
It is generally considered well tolerated at the low concentrations used in cosmetics, with no concerns flagged in this catalog. It is a relatively niche ingredient, so sensitive users may prefer to patch test.
Sunscreens with Timonacic
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Lirene Sun Face Cream-Gel SPF 30
91/100
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Lirene Capillary Skin Redness Reducing Moisturizing Cream SPF 20
84/100
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Dr Irena Eris Eye Zone Brightening & Puff Correcting Supreme Eye Cream SPF 20
82/100
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Lirene Cream-Gel, SPF 30 For Face, Under Makeup
79/100
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Pharmaceris V V Vito-melo Day Cream SPF 50
72/100