Vitamin A

INCI - Retinyl Palmitate

What is it - Vitamin A commonly known as retinol is an active used in skincare for its cell regeneration and anti acne properties.

pH - Most effective in products with a ph ranging 6-7.

Safety limit - 0.3%.

Formulas used in - Serums, creams.

Formulation notes - Vitamin A comes in different forms and under different INCIs. Please note different forms of vitamin A will behave differently in formulas. Retinyl Palmitate and Retinyl Acetate are recognised as two of the most stable forms of vitamin A due to their esterified structure, which protects against oxidation. Please check specific safety data sheets for information on how to safely formulate with it.

Odour - Mild odour.

Form - Powder or liquid form.

Heat sensitivity - up to 40°C.

Solubility - Insoluble in water, soluble in vegetables oils.

Natural / synthetic status - Vitamin A can be found naturally in animals however vitamin A used for cosmetic purposes is generally synthetically produced.

Contraindications - Do not use in conjunction with AHAs such as glycolic acid or vitamin C as this will be too irritating to the skin.