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Alanine(400 Ppm)
Alanine is a non-essential amino acid that serves as a building block of skin proteins such as collagen and elastin. It is listed under CAS numbers 302-72-7 / 56-41-7 and EC numbers 206-126-4 / 200-273-8. According to CosIng, its official functions include antistatic, hair conditioning, masking, and skin conditioning.
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other● Benefits
Alanine hydrates the skin and, as a skin-identical ingredient, supports the structural proteins of the skin. It is used in cosmetic formulations for its skin conditioning and hair conditioning properties.
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