Antioxidant
ASCORBIC ACID/ORANGE/CITRUS LIMON/CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA POLYPEPTIDES
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A vitamin C–citrus polypeptide complex marketed for antioxidant and brightening effects. Generally well-tolerated, but citrus components carry typical fragrance-allergen and photosensitivity caveats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant activity from vitamin C component
- Brightening and tone-evening potential
- Plant peptides support skin conditioning
- Marketed for environmental protection
Known concerns
- Citrus components contain limonene/citral — potential allergens
- Photosensitivity possible from citrus furanocoumarins
- Ascorbic acid can be irritating at low pH
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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