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Hydrator / Humectant

Citrulline

Often labeled as: L-Citrulline

The extreme-weather hydration amino.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An amino acid famously abundant in watermelon. It acts as a powerful humectant and antioxidant, protecting the skin against extreme cold, heat, and severe dehydration.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Protects against environmental stress, draws moisture into the skin, and boosts microcirculation.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A highly effective biological shield for the stratum corneum.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It exfoliates the skin.

The Science

It is an amino acid humectant with absolutely zero peeling properties.