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Potassium Azeloul Diglycinate: A Multifunctional Skin Lightener
By: G. Maramaldi and M.A. Esposito, Sinerga Srl
Posted: May 6, 2003, from the March 2002 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries.
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- March 2002 issue, pg 43
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- potassium azeloyl diglycinate
- azelaic acid
- skin lightener
- sebum
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The dermatological use of azelaic acid is of interest because of its lightening, anti-seborrheic, anti-mycotic and anti-acne properties. However, its limits in cosmetic formulations are well known, even when it is used at lower concentrations than in pharmacological applications.
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