Tea-pca (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 55901-20-7

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"TEA" is the acronym for triethanolamine, a quaternary ammonium compound. Triethanolamine reacts easily with fatty acids to form triethanolamine soaps and is used as a basic component in soaps and other cosmetic products. PCA" is an abbreviation for esters or salts of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (pyroglutamic acid).

TEA-PCA is a substance which is used in cosmetic formulations where it protects the skin and acts as a humectant (preserves the skin moisture or binds moisture in cosmetic products).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer