Polylysine is a polypeptide of L-lysine which is essential amino acid produced by the fermentation of bacteria. It has broad antibacterial spectrum properties. It is stable at high temperatures and highly soluble in water, so it is widely used as natural preservatives in various foods and cosmetics.
INCI Name | Polylysine / Dextrin |
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Appearance | Whitish ~ light yellow powder |
Applications | Humectant and antimicrobial agent in various cosmetics |
Recommend dosage | 0.1% ~ 0.5% |