Ascorbyl Glucoside

What it is

A stable, water-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. It is composed of ascorbic acid linked to a glucose molecule.

How it works

Once absorbed into the skin, the enzyme alpha-glucosidase breaks down Ascorbyl Glucoside into pure L-Ascorbic Acid. It then provides the same antioxidant, collagen-boosting, and skin-brightening benefits as L-Ascorbic Acid, but its effects are more gradual and potentially less potent due to the conversion step.

Pairs well with

Niacinamide, Vitamin E

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