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Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

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Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a form of Vitamin C and is an antioxidant. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.

MAP is created by combining ascorbic acid with magnesium salt. While MAP more gentle on the skin than ascorbic acid, it is thought to be less easily-absorbed into the skin.

Due to MAP's stability up to a pH level of 7, it is more stable to air and sunlight exposure than ascorbic acid. The best pH range for MAP is between 5 and 6.

Like other forms of Vitamin C, MAP has been shown to help reduce hyperpigmentation and simulate collagen production.

As an antioxidant, it helps protect your skin against the signs of aging.

See all 651 products with Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Users who like it
92%
Users who avoid it
8%

What it does

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin
Antioxidant A substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one, such as vitamin e, vitamin c, or beta carotene, that protects cellsfrom the sometimes damaging effects of oxidation.

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.8%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
3% to 10%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 35082
INCI Name MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE
All Functions Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning