Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern. As a mineral salt of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), it is well-tolerated. May cause mild irritation at very high concentrations in sensitive individuals, similar to other ascorbic acid derivatives. Magnesium salt of L-ascorbic acid (magnesium di-L-ascorbate); provides dual benefits of vitamin C antioxidant activity and magnesium mineral delivery; more stable than pure ascorbic acid in formulation; water-soluble
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Ascorbate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern. As a mineral salt of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), it is well-tolerated. May cause mild irritation at very high concentrations in sensitive individuals, similar to other ascorbic acid derivatives. Magnesium salt of L-ascorbic acid (magnesium di-L-ascorbate); provides dual benefits of vitamin C antioxidant activity and magnesium mineral delivery; more stable than pure ascorbic acid in formulation; water-soluble The EU classifies Magnesium Ascorbate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Ascorbate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Ascorbate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Ascorbate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Ascorbate functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 15431-40-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Ascorbate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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