🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
An amino sugar that acts as a fundamental building block for Hyaluronic Acid in the skin. Uniquely, it also interrupts the tyrosinase pathway, acting as a highly effective, non-acidic skin brightener.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Increases deep tissue hydration, fades hyperpigmentation gently, and smooths wrinkles.
💡 Pro Tip
Incredibly synergistic when paired with Niacinamide (Vitamin B3).
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It exfoliates the skin like an AHA.
The Science
Despite the name, it is an amino sugar that builds hydration and blocks melanin without any peeling properties.