Glycine, Glycine
Glycine is the smallest of the 20 amino acids that make up human proteins. As a non-essential amino acid and is produced by the human organism itself. Glycine is used in medicine and as an additive in the food and cosmetics industries.
What is the effect of glycine on the skin, to what extent does the ingredient contribute to the improvement of the skin?
Glycine has moisturizing, antioxidant and wound-healing propertie
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The ingredient is therefore preferred in cosmetic products with moisturizing and anti-aging effects. In particular, it is used as a nourishing additive for dry, inelastic and sensitive skin, as it acts against wrinkles and significantly increases the suppleness and elasticity of the skin.
What other benefits are known for this ingredient?
Glycine is used, among other things, as a natural fragrance in cosmetic products. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and is therefore often used in products for the treatment of skin blemishes and acne.
Is it a natural or artificial ingredient?
Glycine is a natural ingredient that occurs in the body, so it can be obtained from plant or animal sources. Every protein-rich food source contains some glycine, and the glycine content is particularly high in gelatin, for example. For use in cosmetic products, however, glycine is mainly obtained from plant products.
How is glycine obtained for use in Korean cosmetic products?
It is mainly obtained from soybean or corn germ and then processed for use in cosmetic products.
Are there any known harmful side effects or other disadvantages for the skin?
Since it is an active ingredient produced naturally in the body, glycine is generally safe for the skin and has no known harmful side effects. However, it can cause skin reactions in people who have a hypersensitivity to certain amino acids. If you have very sensitive skin, are prone to allergies, are taking certain medications, or if you have known pre-existing conditions, it is therefore generally recommended that you first consult with a dermatologist.
Are interactions with other cosmetic ingredients known?
There are no known interactions of glycine with other cosmetic ingredients.
With which other cosmetic ingredients is glycine frequently combined?
Glycine is often used in combination with other moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and glycerin. It is also popular in combination with nourishing ingredients such as shea butter and olive oil, as well as other vegetable oils such as jojoba oil and argan oil. It is also popular to add natural fragrances such as lavender and ylang-ylang. In products for the treatment of skin blemishes and acne, it is often used in combination with other anti-inflammatory ingredients such as tea tree oil.
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