Antioxidant
ASCORBYL TETRAISOPALMITATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An oil-soluble, stable vitamin C derivative. Brightens and supports collagen with much less sting than pure ascorbic acid; well tolerated even on sensitive skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stable, oil-soluble vitamin C derivative
- Brightens skin and supports collagen
- Penetrates well in oil phase
- Less irritating than L-ascorbic acid
Known concerns
- Higher cost limits use levels
- Performance dependent on formulation
- Limited dedicated SCCS opinion
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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