Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester)

Ascorbyl Palmitate

Oil-soluble vitamin C derivative for antioxidant protection and oil-phase stability.

INCI Name: Ascorbyl Palmitate

Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder

Solubility: Oil-soluble

Typical Usage: 0.2–2%

Function: Antioxidant support, oil-phase stabilization, radiance support

Ascorbyl Palmitate is a fat-soluble ester of vitamin C that offers antioxidant benefits in lipid-rich systems where water-soluble vitamin C derivatives are unsuitable. It is commonly used to protect oils from oxidation while contributing to overall skin radiance and long-term formula stability.

Why Use Ascorbyl Palmitate?

Ascorbyl Palmitate is valued for delivering vitamin C–related benefits in oil phases, anhydrous systems, and emulsions where traditional L-Ascorbic Acid is unstable or impractical. While milder than pure vitamin C, it plays an important role in antioxidant defense and formulation longevity.

Key Benefits

• Provides antioxidant protection against oxidative stress
• Helps support a brighter, more even-looking complexion over time
• Improves oxidative stability of oils and lipid phases
• Compatible with sensitive-skin formulations due to lower irritation potential
• Supports overall anti-aging and radiance-focused systems

Common Applications

• Anti-aging creams and emulsions
• Facial oils and oil-based serums
• Sunscreens as an antioxidant booster
• Color cosmetics to improve oxidative stability
• Balms and anhydrous skincare products

Usage Guidelines

• Recommended use level: 0.2–2%
• Add to the oil phase or pre-dissolve in a suitable carrier oil
• Stable across a cosmetic pH range of approximately 4–7
• Often paired with vitamin E for synergistic antioxidant performance

Formulation Tips

• Dissolve fully in the oil phase under gentle heat to ensure clarity
• Use alongside tocopherols or ferulic systems to enhance antioxidant networks
• Ideal for formulas prioritizing oil-phase protection and shelf-life stability
• Not a replacement for L-Ascorbic Acid when immediate high-dose vitamin C activity is required

Formulator Note

Ascorbyl Palmitate is best viewed as a supportive antioxidant and stabilizer rather than a high-potency vitamin C treatment. Its strength lies in elegance, stability, and compatibility with oil-rich systems.

Documents

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Disclaimer

Supplied as a cosmetic raw material only. Not intended for direct application to the skin without proper formulation. Not a drug or medicinal ingredient.