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Glutamic Acid

Glutamic acid is used as a humectant and a skin conditioner. It comes in two forms: L-glutamic acid and D-glutamic acid.

What are the benefits?

Glutamic acid is used as a humectant and a skin conditioner. It comes in two forms: L-glutamic acid and D-glutamic acid. According to research, a topical application of L-glutamic acid on compromised skin slowed skin repair, while a topical application of D-glutamic acid facilitated skin repair.

See also:
Humectants

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