INCI Name: Aqua, Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, Laureth 7, Propylene glycol, polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan gum
Vitamin C is one of the most powerful and widely used antioxidants in modern skincare. It supports collagen production, helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and protects the skin against environmental stressors such as UV exposure, blue light, and pollution.
Yet despite its popularity, Vitamin C is notoriously difficult to formulate with.
VegaGuard™ Vitamin C solves this challenge through advanced microencapsulation technology, allowing formulators to enjoy the benefits of Vitamin C without the typical instability issues.
Traditional Vitamin C ingredients are highly sensitive to light, oxygen, and heat. As a result, cosmetic formulations containing Vitamin C often face several problems:
Formula discoloration over time
Rapid degradation of the active ingredient
Reduced potency and effectiveness
Complex formulation requirements
Ingredient incompatibilities within formulations
Without proper stabilization, Vitamin C quickly loses its efficacy, leading to products that underperform.
VegaGuard™ Vitamin C is a highly effective microencapsulated form of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, an oil-soluble Vitamin C derivative known for its stability and skin penetration.
It appears as a light yellow viscous liquid that integrates easily into cosmetic formulations.
Our proprietary VegaGuard™ microencapsulation technology isolates the active ingredient and protects it from environmental stress, ensuring superior stability and performance.
By shielding the Vitamin C derivative within protective microcapsules, VegaGuard™:
Prevents oxidation and degradation
Maintains formula integrity
Preserves the potency of the active ingredient
The active ingredient remains protected within the formulation and is only released when applied to the skin.
When the product is rubbed onto the skin, the mechanical motion breaks the microcapsules, releasing the active Vitamin C derivative exactly when it is needed.
This controlled release ensures:
Extended delivery of the active ingredient
Higher efficacy during application
Improved product performance
VegaGuard™ enables cosmetic manufacturers to create high-performance Vitamin C formulations without the typical challenges.
Key Benefits
Increased Ingredient Stability
Protects Vitamin C from oxidation, ensuring long-term potency.
Prevents Formula Discoloration
Microencapsulation prevents color changes caused by Vitamin C degradation.
Improved Formula Effectiveness
Active ingredients remain stable until application, delivering maximum efficacy.
Release-on-Demand Technology
Microcapsules break upon skin contact to release the active ingredient precisely when needed.
Overcomes Ingredient Incompatibilities
Encapsulation isolates Vitamin C from other sensitive ingredients.
Easier Formulation Process
No stabilizers, special processing conditions, or specialized equipment required.
Compatible with All Cosmetic Formulations
Suitable for creams, serums, lotions, emulsions, and other skincare formats.
With VegaGuard™ Vitamin C, formulators can develop stable, high-performance Vitamin C skincare products without compromising on efficacy, texture, or formulation simplicity.
Our microencapsulation technology ensures that active ingredients remain fresh, potent, and effective until the moment they reach the skin.
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