What skin types is Acetyl Glucosamine good for?

Acetyl Glucosamine is suitable for all skin types.

What can you mix with Acetyl Glucosamine?

Acetyl Glucosamine works well with Niacinamide, Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Acetyl Glucosamine safe to use every day?

Acetyl Glucosamine can generally be used in the evening. Recommended concentration: 2–5% in leave-on formulations.

Acetyl Glucosamine

Acetyl Glucosamine

Also known as: N-Acetyl Glucosamine · NAG

BrighteningMoisturisingAnti-aging

“A sugar molecule that brightens skin and boosts hyaluronic acid production.”

Skin types

All types

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Use when

Evening

Concentration

2–5%

What it does

Acetyl glucosamine (N-acetyl glucosamine) is a derivative of glucosamine found naturally in the skin. It inhibits tyrosinase activity to reduce melanin production (brightening), acts as a precursor to hyaluronic acid synthesis in the skin, and has mild exfoliating properties. It works particularly well with niacinamide for hyperpigmentation.

Benefits

Brightens skin tone by inhibiting melanin production
Supports natural hyaluronic acid synthesis in the skin
Mild exfoliating properties improve texture
Synergistic brightening effect with niacinamide

How to layer

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

As the last step in your routine

Good for

All skinNormal skinOily skinCombination skin

Works well with

Niacinamide ›Vitamin C ›Alpha Arbutin ›Tranexamic Acid ›

How to use

Apply in the morning or evening routine as part of a brightening serum.

Typical concentration: 2–5% in leave-on formulations