Antioxidant
MYRISTYL 3-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A stabilised vitamin C derivative — a glycerol/myristyl ester of ascorbic acid. Designed to deliver antioxidant and brightening effects more gently than pure vitamin C.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stable vitamin C derivative
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Better stability than ascorbic acid
Known concerns
- Limited public efficacy data vs. classic ascorbic acid
- Potential mild irritation at high %
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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