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Antioxidant

ZINC ASCORBATE HYDROXIDE

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78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A zinc-stabilized vitamin C salt used as an antioxidant. Topical zinc and ascorbates each have good safety records; specific bioconversion to free vitamin C is less documented.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTINGUV ABSORBER

Skin benefits

  • Stabilized vitamin C derivative
  • Antioxidant
  • Zinc co-delivery — antimicrobial
  • More pH-stable than ascorbic acid

Known concerns

  • Limited bioconversion data
  • Zinc dose accumulation in leave-on at high %
  • Marketing claims often outpace evidence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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