Lysine HCl

Lysine HCl

AKA “L-Lysine hydrochloride, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, lysine hydrochloride, L-Lysine, monohydrochloride, L-(+)-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Lysine hcl, Lysine”

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Ingredient Facts

Lysine hcl

AKA: L-Lysine hydrochloride, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, Lysine hydrochloride, L-Lysine, Monohydrochloride, L-(+)-Lysine Monohydrochloride

Synthetic · Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Amino Acid

Synthetic

Clean

An amino acid that strengthens and moisturizes hair and skin, helping to improve texture and resilience for a smoother, healthier appearance.

Formula

C6H15ClN2O2

Mol. Weight

182.65

CAS #

657-27-2, 10098-89-2, 22834-80-6

Form

Powder

Plant-Derived

Synthetic. Lysine HCl is synthesized from L-lysine, a naturally occurring amino acid produced through bacterial fermentation. The free base lysine is then converted to its hydrochloride salt form through acid treatment.

Function

Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning

Benefits

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

L-lysine was identified as an essential amino acid in the early 20th century. Its use in skincare is a modern application developed to support collagen formation and skin barrier function.