Ingredient

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Low risk

FunctionAntioxidant

What it is — Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (INCI of the same name), an oil-soluble ester derivative of vitamin C.

What it does — It is commonly used for antioxidant support and to help promote a brighter, more even-looking complexion; its lipid-soluble form is chosen for stability and easy blending into oil-containing formulas.

Typical use — Found in brightening serums, oils, creams and eye products, often alongside vitamin E.

Who it suits / good to know — Generally suitable for most skin types, including those who find water-based vitamin C harsh; it suits richer, anhydrous textures.

Safety — Rated low risk as a stable, well-tolerated vitamin C derivative. This is general information, not medical advice; introduce gradually and patch-test on sensitive skin.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk — stable, well-tolerated vitamin C derivative.
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Found in 1 DHALIORA product

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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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