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Antioxidant

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Often labeled as: SAP (Vitamin C Derivative)

The acne-fighting, highly stable Vitamin C.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A water-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. Unlike pure ascorbic acid, it is incredibly stable and has been clinically proven to have strong antimicrobial effects against acne.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Treats acne, provides antioxidant protection, and gently brightens.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Perfect for acne-prone skin that finds pure L-Ascorbic Acid too irritating.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Derivatives do not work.

The Science

They are highly effective, they just take longer to convert into pure Vitamin C within the skin.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate