Retinaldehyde (Retinal)
CAS Number: 116-31-4
Retinaldehyde is the aldehyde form of vitamin A, positioned one step closer to retinoic acid than retinol, delivering faster and more potent anti-aging activity with less conversion required in the skin. It combines strong efficacy with good tolerability, making it suitable for users who want retinol-level results with reduced irritation. Used at 0.01–0.1% in premium anti-aging formulations.
Technical Specifications
| storage | Store under inert gas, protected from light |
| appearance | Yellow to orange crystalline powder or oil |
| purity (%) | ≥95 |
| isomer ratio | all-trans ≥85% |
| moisture (%) | ≤0.5 |
Applications
- High-performance anti-aging night serums
- Premium eye cream formulations
- Retinoid-sensitive skin treatments
- Rapid skin renewal formulations
- Professional cosmetic treatments
Key Features
- One enzymatic step from retinoic acid for faster skin activity
- Demonstrated anti-aging efficacy comparable to prescription retinoids
- Better skin tolerability than retinoic acid with fewer side effects
- Effective in reducing wrinkles and improving skin luminosity
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CAS Number
116-31-4
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