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Common Name(s): Vitamin c pectin complex,methylsilanol ascorbate
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Delivers vitamin c antioxidant and brightening alongside firming and hydrating benefits.
Why It's Used: Multi-functional anti-aging for combined antioxidant, firming, and hydration effects from one ingredient.
How It Works: Methylsilanol promotes collagen fiber organization; pectin provides hydration and film-forming; ascorbate provides antioxidant and brightening activity.
Typically Found In: Multi-active anti-aging serums,firming creams
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ vitamin c derivative
Secondary Functions: Skin firming,hydrating
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ3%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetically produced vitamin c derivative.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; suitable for all skin types.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Tocopherol,ferulic acid,niacinamide,spf
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Methylsilanol compounds interact with collagen hydroxyl groups promoting fiber organization. combined with ascorbate's collagen synthesis support, this complex provides synergistic collagen quality improvement.
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Primary Sources: Cosing database,cir safety assessment