Polyglutamic Acid (PGA) is classified as a long lasting natural moisturizer with whitening properties. This multi-functional and biodegradable polymer is water soluble. PGA has proven to be a better moisturizer than that of hyaluronic acid and collagen protein as it restores skin elasticity and smooth skin wrinkles. Additionally, this anionic amino acid can it provide smoothness, silkiness, protection against external aggressions and provide soothing response against allergies and inflammations.

INCI Name: Polyglutamic Acid

Functions: Anti-Aging Agent, Anti-Allergen, Anti-Inflammatory, Moisturizing Agent, Slip Agent, Smoothing Agent, Soothing Agent, Whitening Agent

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Kosher, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging, Anti-Inflammatory, Moisturizing, Skin Whitening, Smoothing, Soothing

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
25513-46-6

Features & Benefits

Product Benefits
  • Useful whitening properties.
  • Favorable adhesion and moisturization.
  • Enabling skin to absorb nutrients by slow-releasing transport system.
  • Inhibiting melanin of skin and maintains healthy pH of skin.
  • Used in skin as a lubricous condition agent as to reestablish elasticity.

Applications & Uses

Color Cosmetic Applications
Use Level
0.05–0.5%
Recommended Uses
  • Whitener/lightener creams and lotions.
  • Anti-stress, relaxing and smoothing moisturizing agents.
  • Anti allergenic and anti-inflammatory creams and lotions.
  • Conditioning, anti-aging and emulsifier agents.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble in
Water

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

1kg/bag, 20kg/drum

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 year
Storage and Handling

To be stored in cool and dry place at room temperature.