What is N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG)

N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG) is a naturally occurring amino sugar and a derivative of glucose. It is naturally found in various tissues of the human body, including the skin, bones, and connective tissue.

NAG, developed by Sokörpe® Laboratories Skin-Care Innovations™ for our AMORY Niacinamide Serum inhibits the production of melanin, which helps to reduce the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation on the skin. It is a derivative of glucose, a simple sugar that is produced through photosynthesis in plants. However, N-Acetyl Glucosamine is typically synthesized in the laboratory using a process called chitin hydrolysis.

Chitin is a naturally occurring biopolymer found in the shells of crustaceans, insects, and fungi. It is hydrolyzed, or broken down, into its component parts, including N-Acetyl Glucosamine. This process is typically carried out using enzymatic methods.

Sokörpe® ‘s NAG helps to improve skin hydration and barrier function, making it an excellent ingredient for dry and dehydrated skin.

Sokörpe® ‘s NAG promotes collagen synthesis, which helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Sokörpe®’s N-Acetyl Glucosamine promotes collagen production, and reduces the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation.

By Alexander Brosda, CEO Sokörpe Laboratories