Humectant

Polyglutamic Acid

INCI: POLYGLUTAMIC ACID
CAS 25513-46-6 (polyglutamic acid); 208106-41-6 (sodium salt)
Polymer of glutamic acid
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Skin Conditioning, Humectant/Moisturizing
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Polymer of glutamic acid

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
25513-46-6 (polyglutamic acid); 208106-41-6 (sodium salt)
INCI
POLYGLUTAMIC ACID
Category
Humectant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026