Ingredient
Folic Acid
Vitamin B9
Pteroylglutamic Acid
Folate
What it is
A B-vitamin used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning ingredient, most familiar as a dietary nutrient.
How it works
Supports cellular metabolism and, when applied topically alongside other antioxidants, may help protect skin from oxidative and environmental stress.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.