Ingredient
Acetyl Glucosamine
N-Acetylglucosamine
NAG
N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine
What it is
Acetyl Glucosamine is an amino sugar naturally present in skin and in the backbone of hyaluronic acid. It is used in brightening and anti-aging serums to support hydration and a more even skin tone.
How it works
It acts as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent and is used alongside other brightening actives to help modulate pigment formation while supporting the skin's natural moisture-retention pathways.
What it does
Humectant
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.