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Acetyl Glucosamine

N-Acetyl Glucosamine
💧 Humectant ↗🏗️ Skin Barrier Repair ↗

An amino sugar naturally found in the body that helps support skin hydration and improve the appearance of uneven skin tone. It is often paired with niacinamide in brightening formulations.

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Safety: Generally well tolerated by most skin types.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
0/5 — Will not clog pores
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
N-Acetyl GlucosamineAcetyl Glucosamine
Functions
💧 Humectant
Draws water into skin and helps retain moisture, keeping it hydrated and plump.
🏗️ Skin Barrier Repair
Ingredients that help support the function and repair of the skin barrier
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