Sodium PCA
INCI: sodium pca
Sodium PCA is one of the skin’s own moisture factors, responsible for binding water within healthy stratum corneum. Topical replenishment after cleansing — which strips NMF — helps the skin rehydrate faster and feel supple again. As a humectant it rivals glycerin in water-binding while offering a lighter, non-tacky skin feel. At 1–3% in toners, essences, and serums it suits all skin types, including oily and sensitive. It is often combined with glycerin, HA, and urea for a multi-mechanism hydration stack. Apply to damp skin after washing, then seal — a simple, science-backed protocol for maintaining daily moisture balance.
- Effective concentration
- 0,5–3%
- Suitable skin types
- Alle Hauttypen, Trockene Haut
- Addresses concerns
- Trockenheit, Dehydrierung
- Also known as
- Natrium-Pyrrolidon-Carboxylat, NMF
Frequently asked questions
What is Sodium PCA?
Sodium PCA (INCI: sodium pca) is a cosmetic ingredient in the Humectant (NMF component) category. bestofme.site rates it 5/5 stars — classified as: proven active.
Is Sodium PCA good for your skin?
Sodium PCA is rated 5/5 stars at bestofme.site (classification: proven active). Considered suitable for: Alle Hauttypen, Trockene Haut. Addressed concerns: Trockenheit, Dehydrierung.
What concentration of Sodium PCA is effective?
0,5–3%