Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Acetate
AKA “Vitamin C-E Acetate, Antioxidant Complex”
Vitamin C
Ingredient Facts
Ascorbyl tocopheryl acetate
AKA: Vitamin C-E Acetate, Antioxidant Complex
Vitamin C · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Vitamin C
Clean
Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Neutralizes free radicals
Traditional Use
A combination ester created to synergize the antioxidant properties of vitamin C (ascorbyl) and vitamin E (tocopheryl acetate) in a single stable molecule for enhanced skin protection.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sun Damage
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 1%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 667).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR