Description

Active form of vitamin C that is fat-soluble and more stable but somewhat less potent than L-ascorbic acid when incorporated into products. Purity >98.0%. White-yellowish powder, odorless. Soluble in oil & alcohol, water-insoluble.
INCI Name: L-ascorbyl palmitate
Properties: Potent antioxidant. Can improve appearance of aged and fragile skin. Widely used as add-on ingredient in skin-lightening products to correct hyperpigmentation and age spots. Antioxidant effect can be increased by combining L-ascorbyl palmitate with L-ascorbic acid and/or vitamin E.
Use: Add to hot fat phase or emulsifier phase of formulas; if it does not dissolve completely add vitamin C and some oil to a mortar and blend the mixture thoroughly with the pestle; usual final concentration 0.5-8 %. For external use only.
Applications: Lotions, creams, sun care & after sun products, shampoos, makeup products.