N-Acetylglucosamine -- N-Acetylglucosamine -- From Building Block to From Building Block to Star Ingredient.

Autor: Silva, Rita, Dhillon, Harkirat
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Zdroj: Cosmetics & Toiletries; Feb2023, Vol. 138 Issue 2, p44-48, 4p
Abstrakt: The article focuses on N-acetyl-D-glucosamine (NAG), a naturally occurring amino-monosaccharide and the main monomeric unit of the homogenous polysaccharide chitin, and its cosmetic benefits. Topics include NAG is a hydrophilic molecule and is water-soluble, which impacts its ability to be effectively delivered into the skin; and effects of both in vitro and in vivo, of an ingredient that can smooth and soothe the skin while visibly targeting the hallmarks of UV-induced photoaging.
Databáze: Complementary Index