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TOCOPHERYL GLYCERYL RETINOATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A dual antioxidant combining vitamin E and retinol derivatives for anti-aging benefits, with retinoid-like photosensitivity considerations. No EU restriction, but retinol derivatives warrant caution.

Tocopheryl Glyceryl Retinoate is a hybrid molecule combining a tocopherol (vitamin E) moiety with a retinol-derived glyceryl ester, designed to deliver combined antioxidant and anti-aging benefits. No EU Annex restrictions are documented. However, structural features related to retinol may contribute to photosensitivity; formulations should include appropriate sun-protection advice for leave-on products.

Skin benefits

  • Anti-aging
  • Antioxidant
  • Skin renewal support

Known concerns

  • Potential photosensitivity (retinol component)
  • Retinoid-like activity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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