Vitamin C in Silicone (20% L-ascorbic acid)

Vitamin C in Silicone (20% L-ascorbic acid)

Item No. VIT-VITCSIL-01
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Description
Description
Active form of vitamin C stabilized in an elastomer dispersion. Contains 20% pure l-ascorbic acid providing all the antioxidant and anti-aging benefits in an easy to use blend.
Benefits
  • Potent antioxidant (shown to be able to protect skin from oxidative damages)
  • Can improve appearance of aged and fragile skin
  • Widely used as add-on ingredient in skin-lightening products to correct hyperpigmentation and age spots
  • Antioxidant effect can be increased by combining L-ascorbic acid with L-ascorbyl palmitate and/or vitamin E
Use
Add to the end phase of cosmetic formulations (e.g. emulsions). Typical use level 10-40%. Note: Conducting a skin patch test prior to use is recommended to determine potential irritation/sensitization. For external use only.
Applications
Serums, lotions, sun care & after sun products, sticks & makeup.
CAS
541-02-6, 50-81-7, 62624-30-0, 63394-02-5, 156065-02-0, 29383-26-4, 29710-25-6
INCI
Cyclopentasiloxane, l-ascorbic acid, polysilicone-11, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate
composition
Cyclopentasiloxane, l-ascorbic acid, polysilicone-11, ethylhexyl hydroxystearate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Off-white to light tan gel texture
Solubility
Water-insoluble, oil-soluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
citrus fruit, castor bean
Manufacture
L-ascorbic acid is naturally derived from all natural citrus fruit sources. It is then dissolved and stabilized in an elastomer dispersion consisting of cyclopentasiloxane, polysilicone-11, and ethylhexyl hydroxystearate (derived from castor bean).
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3208100000