Antioxidant
BUTYL 2-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A stabilized vitamin C derivative with butyl and glyceryl groups. Aims for the brightening and antioxidant benefits of vitamin C with better shelf life. Class is well tolerated.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stable vitamin C derivative
- Antioxidant and brightening claims
- Better stability than ascorbic acid
Known concerns
- Limited public CIR/SCCS review on this exact ester
- Vitamin C derivatives vary in skin conversion efficiency
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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