Essentially Natural Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) Powder - BP Grade

• INCI Name: Ascorbic Acid
• Grade: BP Grade
• Form: Fine powder
• Solubility: Water soluble
• Typical Usage Rate: 0.5-10%
• pH: 2.3
• Ingredients: Pure L-ascorbic acid (BP grade)

• Formulating vitamin C serums and treatments
• Adding antioxidant support to water-based skincare
• Supporting the look of brighter, more even-looking skin tone
• Creating DIY skincare actives for advanced routines
• Building masks and targeted water-based formulas that use direct L-ascorbic acid

Ascorbic Acid Powder Is For:

• Formulators comfortable working with pH-sensitive actives
• Water-based vitamin C serum and treatment making
• Skincare routines that want direct L-ascorbic acid in a formula
• DIY projects where concentration and final pH are controlled intentionally

Ascorbic Acid Powder Is Not For:

• Ready-to-use skincare without formulation
• Oil-only formulas
• Very low-activity skincare preferences
• Direct neat application onto the skin

• As a Cosmetic Ingredient: Dissolve slowly into water with stirring until fully dissolved.
• As a Serum Ingredient: Formulate within a suitable pH range for the intended product.
• As a Water-Based Add-In: Use in masks, serums, and treatment-style formulas designed for direct vitamin C use.
• Processing Tip: Add a suitable preservative for any water-based product you intend to store.
• Processing Tip: Work in small batches where possible, as vitamin C solutions can change over time.

• For external use only
• Avoid inhaling powder
• Avoid contact with eyes
• Patch test finished products before use
• Keep the container sealed and protected from moisture and heat
• Not sold as food grade for commercial ingestion use

Q: Why is pH important in vitamin C formulas?
A: L-ascorbic acid performance and stability are strongly influenced by pH, so formulation design matters.

Q: Can Ascorbic Acid Powder be mixed into a cream by hand?
A: Not usually in a simple way. It dissolves in water, so it works best when properly incorporated into a water phase or purpose-built formula.

Q: Why do some vitamin C products darken over time?
A: Oxidation can cause yellowing or browning, which is why good packaging and suitable formulation choices matter.

Q: Is this a finished serum?
A: No. It is a raw powder ingredient that needs to be formulated into a suitable product before use.