Antioxidant ingredient
Ascorbyl Palmitate
A fat-soluble ester of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and palmitic acid used as an antioxidant in cosmetics to protect against oxidative damage and extend formula shelf life.
Also known as: vitamin c palmitate, l-ascorbyl palmitate
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Benefits
- ✓Antioxidant protection
- ✓Helps stabilize formulas containing oils and fats
- ✓Mild brightening support
Watch for
- ⚠Less stable than some newer vitamin C derivatives; can degrade to pro-oxidant products on skin
- ⚠Possible irritation at high concentrations
