Carnitine
INCI Name: Carnitine
Carnitine, also known as L-Carnitine, is an amino acid-derived building block for proteins that assists with the breakdown of fats and lipids. In skincare, carnitine fat-degrading ability is known to help reduce excess sebum, a component present in skin's natural oils.
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Hexapeptide, touted as an alternative to Botox, reduces wrinkles caused by facial expressions.
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Intense antioxidant, anti-scorching, skin regenerating, protects cell membranes.
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Houttuynia cordata is a flowering plant native to Southeast Asia.
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Lipophilic molecule that plays a central role in cellular energy metabolism.
