Description

N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG) ?is a compound that is found in the cell layers in between our skin and for this reason it is?considered to be a ?skin identical ingredient?. ?In skin care products, ?N-acetyl glucosamine improves barrier function and reduces dryness, boosts healing, reduces water loss, and brightens the complexion.
Studies have shown that N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG ) can increase collagen production, increase moisture content of the skin, increase elasticity of the skin, increase exfoliation, and increase the speed of wound healing.
N-acetyl glucosamine has ?also been shown to reduce hyperpigmentation and can be combined with niacinamide to further increase its ability to reduce hyperpigmentation.
N-Acetyl Glucosamine is an amino sugar that has skin exfoliating properties similar to alpha and beta hydroxyl acids without the irritation.? N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG) ?can improve the exfoliation of the top layer of the skin, this makes it a?good alternative for chemical based exfoliating ingredients that might be too strong for sensitive skin.
INCI: N-Acetyl Glucosamine
Purity: 99%
Appearance:?White powder
Solubility:? Soluble in water up to 25%
Manufacturer suggested Usage:?1-4%, up to 10% possible (Add it to the cool-down phase of formulation).
Common Uses/ Benefits
N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG) is great for facial products,?It can help brighten the skin and even out the complexion, especially where combined with niacinamide. It increases hyaluronic acid production in the skin, repairs sun damage, improves skin tone & hydration, and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.?It can?help to boost healing, improve barrier function, and reduce trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). It can also function as a mild chemical exfoliant, but without the irritation.

Improves skin tone
Improves barrier function
Reduces hyperpigmentation
Improves skin hydration
Increases hyaluronic acid production in the skin
Repairs sun damage
Reduces the appearance of wrinkles
Accelerates wound healing
Reduces trans-epidermal water loss

Applications:

Anti-aging products
Exfoliating products
Brightening products

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