What does Ascorbyl Glucoside do for your face?

What Is Ascorbyl Glucoside?

Ascorbyl glucoside, commonly known as vitamin C glycoside, also known as AGS or AA2G, is a glucoside product generated by the reaction of Ascorbic Acid (vitamin C) and glucose. The biggest problem with vitamin C is that it is unstable and easily oxidized, so engineers convert it into derivatives. The derivatives will decompose and release vitamin C under the action of enzymes, thereby improving the stability of vitamin C and retaining the original whitening and antioxidant effects of vitamin C.

What Are The Functions Of Ascorbyl Glucoside?

1.Inhibit the formation of melanin

Vitamin C glucoside (AA2G) is enzymatically hydrolyzed and converted into vitamin C. After entering the skin cells, it significantly reduces the formation of melanin by inhibiting the activity of tyrosinase. Inhibiting tyrosinase reduces dopaquinone, an intermediate in the synthesis of melanin.

2.Resist UV damage

After vitamin C glucoside (AA2G) is converted into vitamin C, it can significantly reduce the free radicals generated by ultraviolet radiation in the skin, significantly reduce skin damage, and play a role in protecting the skin in sunscreen products.

3.Promote collagen synthesis

Collagen is a protein that plays an important protective role in the skin structure. Vitamin C glucoside (AA2G) is converted into vitamin C and enters skin cells to promote collagen synthesis in fibroblasts, which has a significant effect on reducing wrinkles and rough skin.

4.Whitening effect

After VC-glucoside enters skin cells, it is hydrolyzed by enzymes and converted into vitamin C, which can inhibit the activity of tyrosinase and significantly reduce the formation of melanin. VC-glucoside can also use the reducibility of vitamin C to convert dopaquinone into levodopa, thereby reducing skin pigmentation. That is, the melanin that has been formed is accelerated and reversely restored to its original state. Therefore, VC glucoside has an efficient whitening function, and its whitening effect is more obvious and faster than other additives.

5.Anti-aging effect

VC glucoside entering the cells will continuously hydrolyze to produce vitamin C, and vitamin C can promote the synthesis of collagen, accelerate the metabolism of skin tissue, prevent skin wrinkles, and increase skin elasticity. At the same time, vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant that can remove free radicals in the body and delay skin aging. Promote collagen synthesis, improve wrinkles and rough skin Collagen is a protein that plays an important role in skin structure and protection. Vitamin C glucoside is converted into vitamin C and enters skin cells for collagen synthesis in fibroblasts, which has a significant effect on reducing wrinkles and rough skin.

What Is The Application Of Ascorbyl Glucoside?

Cosmetics Industry

Vitamin C glucoside is widely used in the cosmetics industry. It is mainly used in whitening, freckle removal, spot lightening products and sunscreen products, and can also be used in anti-aging products. Due to its high stability and ability to remain stable under oxidative conditions, it is very suitable for use in cosmetics that need to be preserved for a long time.

Food Industry

In the food industry, vitamin C glucoside can be used as a food additive to improve the color, flavor and nutritional value of food. Its antioxidant properties can help extend the shelf life of food and prevent food from deteriorating due to oxidation.

Agriculture and Animal Husbandry

In agriculture and animal husbandry, vitamin C glucoside can be used as a feed additive to improve the immunity and growth rate of animals. It can also be used in plant protection to help plants resist pests and environmental stress.