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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%โ€“3%

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