3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid

3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI name3-O-CETYL ASCORBIC ACID
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number88306-70-1
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Eye Moisturizers 50%Serums 50%

Frequently asked

What does 3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid do in skincare?
3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is 3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain 3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially eye moisturizers (50% of its uses).

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