Synonym(s)
CAS number: 84608-82-2; L-proline, 5-oxo-, 2-hydroxy-3-[(1-oxo-9-octadecenyl)oxy]propyl ester, (Z)-
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"PCA is the acronym for the synthetic 2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylic acid (pyrroglutamic acid), glyceryl is the alcohol component glycerol, oleate is the oleic acid esterified with glycerol (cis-9-octadecenoic acid).
The substance is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer