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Theanine

Our database includes 62 products that contain Theanine.

Explained

Theanine is an amino acid found in plants and fungal species. Theanine helps hydrate the skin as an emollient and humectant.

Both emollients and humectants help hydrate the skin. Emollients prevent moisture from escaping by creating a thin film on top of the skin. Humectants draw water from the air to your skin.

Fun fact: Theanine gives green tea its special umami flavor.

What it does

Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Treatments
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 60286
INCI Name THEANINE
EC #  221-379-0
All Functions Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning