Why It's Special
Oil Soluble Vitamin C is a triple threat - efficacious, stable, and less irritating than other forms of vitamin c.
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Oil Soluble Vitamin C
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INCI
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
What It Does
Say hello to stable Vitamin C! Our Oil Soluble Vitamin C is one of the most studied active vitamin C ingredients in the world. Ultra stable, this Vitamin C ester is a proven antioxidant, shown to help clarify and brighten the skin and stimulate collagen production. It also helps reduce the damaged feel of hair.
Formulating with plain old ascorbic acid has many drawbacks - it is notoriously unstable and has poor availability for use in skin. This means formulators must use more, leading to irritation. Oil Soluble Vitamin C is considered an active Vitamin C. It is extremely stable, making formulation easy. It also penetrates the epidermis three-fold compared to ascorbic acid, so you can use less with even greater results. When Oil Soluble Vitamin C is in contact with the skin, it separates into Vitamin C and Isopalmitic acid thanks to an enzyme called esterase.
Oil Soluble Vitamin C has been shown to:
- Reduce UV induced skin pigmentation (3% use level, in vivo, Quasi-Drug in Japan)
- Reduce the appearance of age spots (10% use level, in vivo)
- Increase collagen synthesis (0.1% use level, in vitro)
Oil Soluble Vitamin C can also be used at 0.5% in an oil serum applied to hair for cuticle repair. The ester in our Oil Soluble Vitamin C reacts with the amino acids of damaged hair and makes the hair more hydrophobic, leaving it feeling shinier and healthier.
How It's Made
Ascorbic Acid from non-GMO corn and synthetic Isopalmitoyl Chloride are combined through chemical synthesis to form tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate.
Certifications
Vegan
Nut Free
Gluten Free
Non GMO
Made With Science
INCI
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Geographical Origin
Japan
Ingredient Origin
Plant (Corn), Synthetic
Function
Skin Brightening
Hair Repair
Antioxidant
Types of Formulas
Serums, Lotions, Creams, Oils and more.
Not intended for use in sprays or in topical products for the eye area.
Use Level
0.5 - 20%
Color / Odor / Appearance
Colorless to Pale Yellow / Virtually Odorless / Thin Oil
Solubility
Oils, Butters, Waxes
Saponification Value
None—although it’s oil soluble, it’s not an oil.
Percent Active
100%
Natural Index ISO 16128
0
Storage
Store in closed container in a dark, cool and dry place.
Shelf Life
3 years from date of manufacture. See retest date on Certificate of Analysis.
Warning
For external use only. Do not apply directly to skin. Follow recommended use level guidelines when formulating. Do not use in sprays or products intended for the eye or lip areas. Keep out of reach of children.
Regulatory Documents
Safety Data Sheet
Certificate of Analysis Lot 21C261
Certificate of Analysis Lot 22D274
Certificate of Analysis Lot 22E032
Certificate of Analysis Lot 23E265
Certificate of Analysis Lot 23E311
Sold in ounces by weight. See our Terms for full warranties on safety & regulatory.
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Organic Synthesis
Ascorbic Acid from corn and Isopalmitoyl Chloride are combined through chemical synthesis to form tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate.
Make It Yours
Vitamin C + Squalane Serum
This lightweight, brightening serum is perfect for any night time routine. Squalane offers instant hydration, while our Oil Soluble Vitamin C brightens the appearance of skin.
Supplies
Formula
Directions
Product Labeling
Disclaimer
Mixing Bowl
Spoon
2 oz Bottle With Dropper
Skill Level: Easy
Makes 60 grams or 2 ounces.
| INGREDIENT | FORMULA | WEIGHT | |
| 1 | Squalane | 65.0% | 39.0 g |
| 2 | Oil Soluble Vitamin C | 15.0% | 9.0 g |
| 3 | Organic Jojoba Oil | 20.0% | 12.0 g |
| TOTAL | 100% | 60.0 g |
Ensure all equipment is clean and sterilized, and that everything is completely dry before proceeding.
Add ingredients 1-3 to the mixing bowl, one by one, stirring after each addition. When the mixture appears homogenous, pour into the bottle. Be careful not to fill the product all the way to the top - otherwise the bottle will overflow when inserting the dropper.
INGREDIENTS: Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
This recipe is only a representative formulation to serve as an example of how these ingredients can be used. It is not a commercial product. Please conduct own testing as this formulation has not been subjected to testing for either performance, efficacy or safety.
Before handling ingredients, read all product information and safety data sheets for the ingredients to understand any handling instructions, safety precautions, and disposal instructions.
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