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Vitamin C - Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP)
CAS No. 114040-31-2
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a stable, water soluble derivative of Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic acid mono-dihydrogen phosphate magnesium salt). Unlike L-Ascorbic Acid, it does not readily degrade in formulas containing water. It is considered light-stable and oxygen-stable. Studies of MAP in aqueous solutions indicate it retains over 95% of its potency at 40°C without any pH adjustment.
By inhibiting tyrosinase activity, MAP is capable of suppressing skin pigmentation, making it effective in whitening dark skin, or areas of dark skin. It should be noted, one study indicated it might be needed at a concentration of 10% to be effective at inhibiting melanin production1.
Unlike Ascorbyl Palmitate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) appears to have the same potential to boost skin collagen synthesis as does Ascorbic Acid, but at lower concentrations. For those with sensitive skin or those wanting to avoid the exfoliating effects of highly acidic Ascorbic Acid, MAP may be the preferred choice.
Formulation Guidelines
- Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) may discolor in formulations with a pH below 6, so is best used in products with a final formulation pH between 6.0 - 7.0.
- Predissolve in a small amount of distilled water and add at the end of the formulation process.
Applications
- Suncare and after-sun products
- Makeup products
- Skin lightening products
- Anti aging products
- Creams and lotions
Typical usage rate: 0.2 - 3, up to 10%
Appearance: White to off-white powder with a mild odor
pH: 7.0 - 8.5
Solubility: Soluble in water, mix well, allow time for lumps to dissolve
Shelf Life: Two years
Country of Origin: China
INCI: Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
1Source: Photochemistry and Photobiology, June 1998, pages 669–675; and Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis, March 1997, pages 795–801
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