4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid

4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI name4-AMINO-3-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number924-49-2
EC number213-106-9
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Serums 100%

Frequently asked

What does 4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid do in skincare?
4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is 4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain 4-Amino-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (100% of its uses).

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