Ceramides

Aminobutyric Acid

Also known as: Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, GABA, 4-Aminobutanoic acid, γ-Aminobutanoic acid, 4-Aminobutyric acid, 3-Carboxypropylamine, Piperidic acid, Piperidinic acid

An amino acid | Helps promote hydration

Addresses

Dehydration

What Is Aminobutyric Acid?

Aminobutyric acid is an amino acid that has water-binding properties for skin and may be a soothing agent.

How widely it's used

0.1%
of skincare products contain this ingredient — placing it in the top 50% of most-used ingredients.
Most common in: Treatments Masks Moisturisers

Regulatory information

Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.

Show identifiers
INCI Name
AMINOBUTYRIC ACID
EC Number
200-258-6
Function
Hair Conditioning

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