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Tocopheryl Succinate

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Antioxidant

Tocopheryl Succinate at a glance

  • Succinic acid ester of vitamin E
  • Helps protect skin from environmental damage
  • Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
  • Usage amounts range from 0.00001-0.038%

Tocopheryl Succinate description

Tocopheryl succinate is the succinic acid ester of tocopherol, more commonly known as vitamin E. It is also known as alpha-tocopheryl succinate or a-tocopheryl succinate. Like other forms of vitamin E (among them tocopheryl acetate) tocopheryl succinate offers antioxidant benefits for skin. This includes defending skin’s lipids from pollution and other environmental stressors that lead to signs of aging. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review has ruled tocopheryl succinate safe as used in cosmetics, where its concentration of use ranges from 0.00001-0.038%.

Related ingredients: Tocopheryl Acetate Tocopherol Acetate Vitamin E Alpha-Tocopherol D-Alpha-Tocopherol

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Tocopheryl Succinate references

  • International Journal of Toxicology, September-October 2018, pages 1S-94S
  • Dermatologic Therapy, September 2007, pages 314-321

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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