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Ascorbyl Glucoside
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Stable vitamin C derivative — converts to L-ascorbic acid in skin. More shelf-stable and pH-tolerant than L-ascorbic acid; efficacy is slower-onset.
What it does
Stable vitamin C derivative — converts to L-ascorbic acid in skin. More shelf-stable and pH-tolerant than L-ascorbic acid; efficacy is slower-onset.
The facts
- Effective pH
- 5.0–7.0
- Category
- Antioxidants
- Also known as
- Vitamin C Derivative, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Stable Vitamin C
- Pregnancy
- Generally considered fine; ask your doctor
Pairs with · fights with
Pairs well with
Conflicts
- None listed.
Before you use it
Good option for those who react to low-pH pure vitamin C formulas. Trade-off is potency and speed vs. L-ascorbic acid.
On the label
Listed as "ascorbyl glucoside", "ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate", or "sodium ascorbyl phosphate" in INCI. These stable derivatives are more user-friendly than L-ascorbic acid for beginners or sensitive skin.
This guide is editorial, not medical advice. For a condition, a reaction or a medical question, see a dermatologist.
See also
Vitamin C
L-ascorbic acid — antioxidant that supports the look of brighter, more even tone. Neutralizes free radicals before UV…
Read the guide →Ferulic Acid
Phenolic antioxidant found in plant cell walls. Stabilizes L-ascorbic acid and vitamin E formulas — doubles antioxida…
Read the guide →Tocopherol
Fat-soluble antioxidant (vitamin E) — neutralizes free radicals in the lipid bilayer of skin. Emollient; contributes …
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