PCA Glyceryl Oleate

Other names: Glyceryl monopyroglutamate monooleate, Pyroglutamic acid glyceryl oleate, Pidolic acid, Sodium salt of pyrrolidine carbonic acid

Harm score: 2 (Derivatives of natural substances)

PCA Glyceryl Oleate belongs to a group of emulsifiers and additives that are widely used in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. It is a glyceryl monoleate, which is a mixture of olive oil monoleate and pidolic acid. This substance is considered very safe and is not known to pose any health risks. In pharmaceutical preparations it is often used in the manufacture of tablets, capsules or gels.

One of the main uses of PCA Glyceryl Oleate is in the cosmetics industry, where it is mainly found in skin care products such as creams, lotions, or emulsions used to moisturize and care for the skin. It can also be found in make-up removing products or in shampoos and conditioners, where it contributes to their lather and texture. Due to its ability to smooth skin and hair, it is used in hair care products. PCA Glyceryl Oleate also has the ability to improve viscosity and stabilize emulsions, making it ideal as an ingredient in many other cosmetic products. Despite various other names such as Pyroglutamic acid glyceryl oleate or Sodium salt of pyrrolidine carbonic acid, it is still the same ingredient with the same properties.