Product name : Magnesium Ascorbylphosphate(MAP)
Chemical name : Magnesium l-ascorbic acid-2-phosphate
Molecular formula : C6H7MgO9P
CAS # : 114040-31-2
Characteristics and Application :
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a water-soluble, non-irritating, stable derivative of Vitamin C. It has the same potential as vitamin C to boost skin collagen synthesis but is effective in significantly lower concentrations, and can be used at concentrations as low as 10% to suppress melanin formation (in skin-whitening solutions).
It is also important to note that Magnesuim Ascorbyl Phosphate may be better choice than Vitamin C for people with sensitive skin and those wishing to avoid any exfoliating effects since many Vitamin C formulas are highly acidic (and therefore produce exfoliating effects).
In skin care products, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is also used for UV protection and repair, collagen production, skin lightening and brightening, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also a potent antioxidant. It is considered an excellent non-irritating skin whitening agent that inhibits skin cells to produce melanin and lightens age spots, and is a great alternative to Quinone. Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a also a potent anti-oxidant that can protect skin from oxidation and UV rays, and is used as an anti-inflammatory .
Properties :
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a kind of water soluble whitening agent, and it can catch free oxygen radical to accelerate formation of collagen. It is stable, non-poisonous and non-irritating, making it an excellent whitening agent for cosmetics, with the following characteristics:
1) Suppress the enzyme activation of tyrosine, revert the melanin, dispel coloring spot and whiten skin.
2) Dispel the free radical of oxygen after entering the body, resist wrinkle, anti-ageing.
3) Co-function with vitamin E. High stability in quality and color, nonpoisonous, non-irritative
Safety Measures :
There are no adverse side effects to using Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP), although those with sensitive skin may need to be aware of Vitamin C’s acidic and exfoliating effects. However, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is generally considered more gentle than traditional Vitamin C and therefore safer on sensitive skin.
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