What it is
An oil-soluble antioxidant used to protect a formula's oils and active ingredients from oxidation and to help stabilize light-sensitive components. By scavenging free radicals it helps maintain product quality and the performance of sensitive actives.
Safety & warnings
Used at low levels as a stabilizer and generally regarded as well tolerated.
Origin & sourcing
Synthetic antioxidant compound.
Questions everyone asks
What does this ingredient do?
It is an antioxidant that protects the formula's oils and actives from oxidizing.
Is it an active skincare ingredient?
It mainly works to keep the product stable rather than treating the skin directly.