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Hydrator / Humectant

Threonine

Often labeled as: L-Threonine

The structural amino acid for firm skin.

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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 essential amino acid that is a major component of structural proteins in the skin like collagen and elastin.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Maintains skin elasticity, aids in hydration, and supports the barrier.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often found in high-end anti-aging peptide blends.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

You can only get it from food.

The Science

Topical application directly supplies the epidermis with this crucial hydrator.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Threonine