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Antioxidant

3-LAURYL/TRIDECYLGLYCERYL ASCORBATE

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78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A stable, oil-soluble vitamin C derivative used for antioxidant and brightening effects. Gentler than pure ascorbic acid, with established cosmetic use across the class.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Stable, lipid-soluble vitamin C derivative
  • Antioxidant and brightening
  • Less irritating than free ascorbic acid
  • Better skin penetration than aqueous AA

Known concerns

  • Conversion to free ascorbic acid in skin is debated
  • Limited single-ingredient CIR review
  • Can destabilise in poorly buffered formulas

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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