Retinol

Description: Consists of the active Retinol, diluted in Polysorbate 20 and stabilized with potent antioxidants (BHT and BHA). Can be used in various cosmetic emulsions. Viscous yellow liquid. Oil-soluble. Not water soluble. Sensitive to air, light and humidity, refrigerated storage (<15°C) required. May crystalize at lower temperatures, can be re-dissolved in unopened container <50°C.

CAS: 68-26-8, 128-37-0, 25013-16-5, 142-82-5, 67-56-1, 9005-64-5

INCI Name: Retinol, BHT, BHA, n-heptane, methanol, polysorbate 20

Properties: Offers very effective antioxidant and anti-aging care for a smooth and youthful appearance.

Use: Add to oil phase of emulsions. Typical use level Use level: 0.02 - 0.2%. For external use only.

Applications: Anti-aging and anti-wrinkle products, even skin tone care, age spot treatment, skin resculpting and smoothing products, and slimming and body sculpturing products.

Country of Origin: Switzerland

Raw material source: Beta-carotene

Manufacture: Retinol is produced synthetically by the reduction of a pentadiene derivative to form retinal which is then converted to retinol through acidification and hydrolysis. Retinol is then stabilized with BHT and BHA and dissolved in polysorbate 20.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: GMO-free, but not certified

Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components

Documents: SDS