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GLYCINE

Last update on Jan 17, 2025

Glycine is a naturally-occuring amino acid that plays an important role in maintaining skin and hair health by enhancing the performance of cosmetic formulations. It is an excellent humectant that draws moisture to the skin while also retaining hydration. It conditions hair and makes it soft, and manageable without causing any buildup. Glycine is anti-inflammatory in nature and calms and soothes irritated skin. It is commonly found in creams, lotions, shampoos, anti-aging products, and acne treatments. In its raw form, Glycine appears as a white, crystalline powder or a colorless, odorless liquid. It is safe, non-comedogenic, and has the chemical formula C₂H₅NO₂.

CAS Number: 56-40-6Chem/IUPAC Name: GlycineEINECS/ELINCS No: 200-272-2COSING REF No: 34117

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BotaniExo™ Panax Ginseng

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INCI: PANAX GINSENG CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT | TREHALOSE | GLYCINE

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BotaniExo™ Eryngium Maritimum

by Uniproma Chemical

INCI: ERYNGIUM MARITIMUM CALLUS CULTURE FILTRATE | TREHALOSE | GLYCINE

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BotaniExo™ Crithmum Maritimum

by Uniproma Chemical

INCI: CRITHMUM MARITIMUM CALLUS CULTURE FILTRATE | TREHALOSE | GLYCINE

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What is GLYCINE used for?

Glycine is widely used in cosmetic formulations for its moisturizing, soothing, and anti-aging benefits. It acts as a humectant, attracting moisture to the skin and helping to maintain hydration. In skincare, it enhances product texture and improves skin elasticity by supporting collagen production. Glycine has anti-inflammatory properties that make it effective in calming irritated or sensitive skin, and it is commonly found in acne treatments. Additionally, it is used in hair care products to condition and soften hair, improving manageability. Glycine also helps stabilize pH in formulations and is often included in anti-aging products to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Origin

Glycine is produced by two main methods: fermentation and chemical synthesis. In the fermentation process, microorganisms such as bacteria or yeast are used to convert simple sugars like glucose into glycine. This method is considered eco-friendly and sustainable. In chemical synthesis, glycine is derived from chloroacetic acid and ammonia, followed by a reaction to form glycine. Both processes can produce high-purity glycine suitable for use in cosmetic formulations. However, fermentation is the preferred method for plant-based or vegan products.

What does GLYCINE do in a formulation?

HAIR CONDITIONING|

HUMECTANT|

MOISTURISING|

SKIN CONDITIONING|

SMOOTHING|

SOOTHING

Safety Profile

Glycine is safe and non-toxic with a low risk of any allergic reaction. Being non-comedogenic, it does not clog pores and is ideal for acne-prone and sensitive skin. Patch tests can be performed before first-time use. Additionally, Glycine is a vegan and halal ingredient.