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Antioxidant

BUTYL 3-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE

CAS 1120360-69-1 Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A stable, lipid-soluble vitamin C derivative (butyl 3-glyceryl ascorbate) that delivers antioxidant benefits without the sting and instability of plain ascorbic acid. Well tolerated with no significant safety concerns.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTHUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant defense
  • Brightening support
  • Stable in oil-phase formulations

Known concerns

  • Bioconversion in skin not fully quantified
  • Limited large clinical trials
  • Mild irritation only at very high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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