3-Hydroxybutyric Acid

  • Hydration
  • Good for Oily Skin

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About 3-Hydroxybutyric Acid

3-Hydroxybutyric Acid is a compound containing an acidic group.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to help manage oil-related shine and scalp and skin condition, to attract moisture to the formulation and skin surface and help maintain a moisturized feel, and to add flexibility so that films or polymer layers do not become excessively rigid.[1]

3-Hydroxybutyric Acid Details

Ingredient function
Antiseborrhoeic, Humectant, Plasti CI Ser
INCI name
3-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID
CosIng ID
96793

3-Hydroxybutyric Acid References

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