Ascorbyl Palmitate from DSM-firmenich can be used as an antioxidant, preservative, and a vitamin. Vitamin antioxidants are used to stabilize oxygen- sensitive ingredients in cosmetic formulations. Ascorbyl Palmitate is an ester formed from ascorbic acid and palmitic acid creating a fat soluble form of Vitamin C. In addition to its use as a source of Vitamin C, it is also used as an antioxidant food additive. Ascorbyl Palmitate is an effective collagen builder and free radical scavenging ingredient essential to healthy skin. With the advantage of being a lipid (fat) soluble, it can penetrate the skin and deliver antioxidants faster than the water soluble forms of Vitamin C. As a preservative, it is used in makeup products with it's antioxidant properties has helped it become an active ingredient in a variety of skincare products such as sunscreens, lotions/creams, anti-aging treatments and serums. It appears as a white pale yellow powder and is odorless. Ascorbyl Palmitate has a social impact and environmental accreditation.
Sustainable product
Univar Solutions "sustainable product" designation means we have worked
with supplier partners to review and provide documentation for the following six areas:
bio-based or natural ingredients, product carbon footprints, safer substitutes, circular
ingredients, social, and environmental impact.
Product No.
16014162
Supplier
dsm-firmenich
CAS Number
137-66-6
Sustainability Characteristics
Social impact accreditation, Environmental accreditation
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