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PCA

Helps attract water.

What it is

Short for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, a substance found naturally in the skin's outer layer, where it helps hold water.

A humectant that draws in water and helps keep the skin soft and smooth.

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What it does in a formula

Helps attract waterOfficial EU function: Humectant