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Calcium Ascorbate

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Antioxidant

Calcium Ascorbate description

Form of vitamin C; other forms include ascorbic acid, L-ascorbic acid, ascorbyl palmitate and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate. Calcium ascorbate, often referred to as Ester-C, is considered a stable form of vitamin C and an antioxidant.

Related ingredients: Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C Ascorbyl Palmitate Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

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Calcium Ascorbate references

  • Medical Science Monitor, October 2007, issue 10, pages 205-210
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, November-December 2006, issue 6, pages 465-473

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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