PCA (NMF component) - Sodium PCA
INCI Name:
- Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid
- Sodium PCA
PCA stands for Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid and though it might not sound like it, it is a thing that can be found naturally in our skin. In fact, after amino acids, it is the second biggest NMF component of the skin with 12% being PCA of the NMF composition of normal skin. So similar to other NMFs, it's a skin goodie that helps the skin to hold onto water and stay nicely hydrated.
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A plant rejuvenating strategy to apply regeneration properties to the skin.
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Powerful antioxidants can be extracted from the flesh and seeds of grapes.
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Ground grape seeds are mainly used in masks and as mechanical peeling.
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Stimulates collagen production, improves skin firmness, elasticity and increases blood circulation.
