humectant

Sodium PCA

Generally safe·Strong evidence

Sodium PCA is a natural component of skin's own moisturizing factor and is used in cosmetics as a humectant to help skin hold onto water. It has an extensive history of safe use with no meaningful irritation or sensitization signal.

Products with Sodium PCA

100
Drunk Elephant
Protini Polypeptide Cream
100
CeraVe
Baby Moisturizing Lotion

References

CIR: Safety Assessment of PCA and its salts ↗

Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.