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known as pyrrolidone carboxylic acid, PCA

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function natural moisturizing factor (NMF), biomimetic

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PCA

PCA is short for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. It’s a skin-identical humectant that helps keep skin plump and hydrated.

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