Alcohol analog of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). Penetrates readily into skin & hair. Has good moisturizing and softening properties. Soothes irritated and blemished skin. Gives the hair moisture & shine and reduces split ends.
Active form of vitamin C that is fat-soluble and more stable but somewhat less potent than L-ascorbic acid when incorporated into products. Oil-soluble form of vitamin C 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
A highly effective antioxidant, improves collagen synthesis and reduces wrinkles. With its skin-lightening effect, the active ingredient is a popular ingredient for corresponding skin creams and care products.
Specifically produced for use as a stabilized source of vitamin C in cosmetic products. Light-stable and oxygen-stable. Stabilized form of vitamin C that does not degrade in aqueous formulas. Esterification of asorbic acid protects vitamin C from oxidative degradation.