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INCI name

TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate

AntioxidantSkin conditioningreviewed

An oil-soluble vitamin C derivative used as an antioxidant.

What it is

Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate is an oil-soluble derivative of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) carrying four branched 2-hexyldecyl-derived chains. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in serums, creams, facial oils, eye creams and sun care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

It is a derivative of vitamin C, not ascorbic acid itself; the label does not show its concentration.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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