SODIUM PCA is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.
SODIUM PCA
Safety grade: A
Sodium PCA is a natural humectant derived from amino acids that works like a moisture magnet for your skin and hair. It's a key component found naturally in healthy skin that helps it retain water.
This ingredient draws moisture into the skin and hair, reduces static electricity in hair products, and helps improve overall hydration and smoothness of both skin and hair.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Humectant ingredients
- GLYCERIN — Grade B
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- SORBITOL — Grade A
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- BUTYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A
- SODIUM HYALURONATE — Grade A
- XYLITOL — Grade A