Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
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Summary
Works for
- Anti-aging
- Evens skin tone
- Anti-oxidation
Irritancy risk
2
MediumBeing a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
Where this fits
Products with Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Dr. BrandtC SCRIPTIONascorbyl glucosidetetrahexyldecyl ascorbateglycerin +1 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-aging +2
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KYLIE SKINVitamin C Serumferulic acidtetrahexyldecyl ascorbatepanthenol +2 actives
Evens skin tone Moisturizing +2
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goop BeautyVita-C Brightening Eye Creamniacinamidetetrahexyldecyl ascorbatecaffeine +7 actives
Anti-aging Evens skin tone +1
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Image skincareAGELESS+ retinol treatment crème 1.2% retinol complexacetyl tetrapeptide-2retinolhydroxypinacolone retinoate +22 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +4
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Perricone MDVitamin C Ester 20% Dark Spot Corrective Serumsodium ascorbyl phosphatealpha-arbutinferulic acid +5 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-oxidation +2
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PacificaDreamlit Illuminating Facial Lotionniacinamidegluconolactoneglycerin +7 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +2
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MOB BeautyHydrating Shine Lip Balmphytosphingosinebisabololcaprylic/capric triglyceride +10 actives
Moisturizing Anti-oxidation +1
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Element EightO2 Vitamin C Brighten Defend Serumferulic acidtetrahexyldecyl ascorbateoligopeptide-68 +11 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-oxidation +2
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Klein BeckerStrivectin Super-C Vitamin C Moisturizer SPF 30tetrahexyldecyl ascorbatedimethiconeergothioneine +8 actives
Sun protection Anti-aging +3
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Estée LauderRevitalizing Supreme+ Night Power Bounce Cremeacetyl glucosamineacetyl hexapeptide-8algae extract +10 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +1
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Scientific sources
Similar ingredients
Anti-aging
1-Trimethyl-2-Cyclohexenyl-1-Penten-3-OneAcetyl GlucosamineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skinGlycolic AcidAn alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acidHeptapeptide-15 PalmitateA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinklesPalmitoyl Hexapeptide-12A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
Anti-oxidation
Ascorbic AcidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingRetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applicationsTocopherolPure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself