Vitamin A (Vitamin A) type Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate is vitamin A. that was developed To solve the problem of instability of other types of Vitamin A when in cosmetics or medicine, but still has high efficiency. and lower skin irritation than Retinol

Perfect-A™ is Vitamin A (Vitamin A) type Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate is Vitamin A. that was developed To solve the problem of instability of other types of Vitamin A when in cosmetics or medicine, but still has high efficiency. and lower skin irritation than Retinol

This type is sold It is a liquid type with a concentration of 10%.

The company sells 2 types of Perfect-A™ (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate).

1. Liquid type (concentration 10%), use at a rate not exceeding 2%.

2. Powder type (concentration 99%) used at a rate not exceeding 0.2%.

Normally, only Vitamin A in the form of Retinol and Retinal (or Retinaldehyde ) is most effective in anti-aging and acne reduction, but there are limitations of both Retinol and Retinal is unstable, which shortens the life of the product, and Retinol can be highly irritating to the skin.

So Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate was developed. To be as effective as both Retinol and Retinal but with better stability This makes it easier to use in cosmetic (or drug) formulations. And most importantly, Less skin irritation than Retinol

Arrange the effectiveness of Vitamin A (from highest to lowest): Retinal ( Retinaldehyde ) > Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate > Retinol

Arrange the stability (stability) of Vitamin A (from highest to lowest) : Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate > Retinal ( Retinaldehyde ) > Retinol.

Arrange skin irritation of Vitamin A (from most to least): Retinol > Retinal ( Retinaldehyde ) > Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.

Currently, Vitamin A is still the only cosmetic ingredient that is medically accepted as effective in anti-aging and can reduce skin wrinkles.

It is recommended to use Protec™ OX and Protec™ UV and Protec™ SQ or Bakuchiol* in the formula to help protect Vitamin A from deterioration (Click on Protec™ SQ to check research results on the stability of Vitamin A substances. )

Usage: For wrinkle reducing products in the form of serum, lotion or cream.

Mixing method: Add to the formula in the last step. Blend until dispersed.

Usage rate: 0.2-2% (recommended 1%)

Product appearance: Yellow-orange liquid

Solubility: Disperses in water, some oils.

Storage: For long-term storage Store in the refrigerator. Avoid exposure to light or heat. Seal the lid tightly. Avoid contact with air. (Can be stored in the freezer If sediment occurs Leave it at room temperature for 1-2 hours, shake well to dissolve before use.)

INCI Name : Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Examples of products used Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate It is the main component of the formula.

The Ordinary Retinoid

Ordinary Granactive retinoid 2% emulsion

The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane

Murad，Retinol Youth Renewal Serum

StriVectin STAR Light Retinol Night Oil

the chemistry brand Retin-Oil