Ingredient

3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid

Low risk

FunctionAntioxidant

What it is — 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (INCI: 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) is a stable derivative of vitamin C.

What it does — It is commonly used as an antioxidant and is often included in formulas positioned around a brighter, more even-looking tone; derivative forms are chosen for better stability than pure vitamin C.

Typical use — It appears in serums, essences, creams and eye products, usually within antioxidant- or radiance-focused blends.

Who it suits / good to know — Suitable for most skin types, including those who find pure vitamin C harsh. Store antioxidant products well, as they can degrade with prolonged light and air exposure.

Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk: a well-tolerated vitamin C derivative. This reflects the ingredient in general and is not medical advice; patch-test if your skin is easily irritated.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk - vitamin C derivative used for antioxidant/brightening, well tolerated.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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