actives

Boron Glycinate

Boron Glycinate

conditioninghumectantskin protectant

INCI Name

Boron Glycinate

Functions

3 Roles

Sustainability

7/10

Category

actives

What It Does

Boron Glycinate is a chelated complex of the trace mineral boron and the amino acid glycine, designed to deliver bioavailable boron to the skin in a gentle, well-tolerated form. It is valued in cosmetic formulations for its role in supporting skin barrier function and collagen synthesis, as boron is believed to modulate enzymatic activity involved in connective tissue metabolism. Formulators choose Boron Glycinate over inorganic boron salts because the glycine chelation improves skin compatibility, reduces irritation potential, and enhances the ingredient's ability to integrate into aqueous and emulsion-based systems.

Improves slip and manageability
Reduces static and frizz
Adds shine and smoothness
Protects from mechanical damage

Technical Properties

pH Range

5.5-7.5

Optimal working range

Ionic Charge

zwitterionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

humectantsamino acidspeptidesnonionic surfactantsmost emollientswater-soluble actives

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizing agentshighly alkaline ingredientspolyhydroxy compounds at high concentrations
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

7/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

mixed

Feedstock

Boron is a naturally occurring mineral trace element; glycine is an amino acid typically derived from plant or synthetic sources. The chelate is formed by combining boric acid or boron salts with glycine.

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