Antioxidant
CETYL 2-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A stabilized vitamin C derivative with a cetyl alcohol tail to help it sit in the skin. Class-typical low-irritation antioxidant; specific data is thin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stable vitamin C derivative
- Antioxidant and brightening claims
- Cetyl tail aids skin penetration
Known concerns
- Limited public CIR/SCCS review on this exact ester
- Vitamin C derivatives vary in skin conversion efficiency
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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