Retinol (Pure Vitamin A)
CAS Number: 68-26-8
Retinol is the gold-standard form of vitamin A used in anti-aging skincare, promoting cell turnover, stimulating collagen synthesis, and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. As a pure active ingredient, it converts to retinoic acid in the skin to exert its biological effects. It is widely used in serums, creams, and night treatments at concentrations of 0.01–1%.
Technical Specifications
| assay | 97–103% (UV method) |
| appearance | Pale yellow to yellow crystalline powder or oily solid |
| purity (%) | ≥97 |
| moisture (%) | ≤0.5 |
| melting point | 62–64°C |
Applications
- Anti-aging serums and night creams
- Wrinkle reduction treatments
- Skin cell renewal formulations
- Acne-prone skin treatments
- Hyperpigmentation correctors
Key Features
- Clinically proven anti-aging efficacy with decades of research support
- Stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis for firmer skin
- Promotes epidermal cell turnover to improve skin texture
- Effective at low concentrations with measurable skin renewal results
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