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Yeast Amino Acids

Yeast amino acids are a fermentation-derived blend of amino acids used to condition and hydrate skin.

What it is

This is a mixture of amino acids obtained from yeast. Amino acids are natural components of the skin's moisturizing factor, so this blend is used as a humectant and conditioning ingredient that helps skin feel hydrated and smooth.

Safety & warnings

Generally gentle and well tolerated.

Origin & sourcing

Derived from yeast by fermentation/hydrolysis.

Questions everyone asks

What do yeast amino acids do?

They hydrate and condition skin, mirroring the amino acids in skin's natural moisturizing factor.

Where do they come from?

They are derived from yeast.

Sources & references

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