What is Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate?
Role not confirmed
We haven't written up what this ingredient does yet. The products below feature it as a key ingredient.
Anything to watch out for?
Some products' ingredient lists mark this ingredient as below. If a mark's reason fits your skin, it is the ingredient to weigh in those products.
- This is a fungal-acne trigger, one of the ingredients people with fungal acne avoid.
- Marked this way on 15 products.
- This ingredient is on pore-clogging ingredient lists, which matters most for skin that breaks out easily.
- Marked this way on 3 products.
Each mark comes from matching the product's full ingredient list against lists for fragrance, labeled fragrance allergens, drying alcohols, essential oils, fungal acne, pore clogging, and pregnancy caution.
Which products feature it?
7 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
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THE FACE SHOP
White Seed Exfoliating Foam Cleanser
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#13 on the ingredient list), Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
13 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- a brighter skin tone
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Claims, checked
Not applicable for the review of functional cosmetics under the Cosmetics Act by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
backed by evidenceA rich pure white cream formula.
backed by evidence* Individual differences may occur.
backed by evidenceA brightening scrub foam that makes the skin clean and bright.
partly backedA scrub foam with a formula containing White Seed Complex and fine scrub that makes the skin radiant and transparent.
partly backedA brightening scrub foam that makes the skin clean and bright with fine scrub and white foam.
partly backedThe soft foam removes impurities from the skin while leaving it bright and moist, and the fine granules gently cleanse old dead skin cells cleanly and refreshingly.
partly backedThe foam cleanser containing White Seed Complex, which combines White Lupin Seed and White Daisy Flower Extract, makes the skin radiant and transparent.
partly backedFine granules in the cream spread smoothly.
partly backedA rich and moist white foam as the granules melt.
partly backedBefore / After
no supporting source foundCustomers concerned about dull and dark skin.
nothing specific to checkCustomers who want evenly toned, radiant, and transparent skin.
nothing specific to check

Dear Klairs
Vita 10 Vitamin Skin Prep Pads
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening and wrinkle improvement.
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#17 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide 2%, Adenosine
15 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines · a brighter skin tone · calmer skin
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration
- Tests passed:
- skin irritation
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Claims, checked
Wrinkle improvement, whitening
backed by evidenceVitamin 10 types texture·glow·tone complex care
backed by evidenceCica 5 types skin soothing
backed by evidence* Limited to raw material characteristics
backed by evidenceSkin irritation index 0.00 primary skin irritation test completed
backed by evidenceFragrance-free formula
backed by evidence4-section pad that you tear for an exact fit on each area
backed by evidenceSeparate the pad, attach it like a pack to the area needing makeup boosting for 3~5 minutes, then remove and lightly pat the remaining essence into the skin to absorb.
plausible, not testedHyaluronic acid 10 types moisture filling
partly backedGlutathione liposome uniform skin tone care
partly backedUse with peace of mind even on sensitive skin
partly backedActual use satisfaction 100%
overstatedInner moisture 4x improvement
no supporting source foundMakeup adherence 5x improvement
no supporting source foundFor makeup-absorbing skin, texture·glow·tone 10-fold* care
nothing specific to check

Sulwhasoo
Sulwhasoo Yoonjo Essence Mist
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#22 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Adenosine
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#30 on the ingredient list), Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Tocopherol

CNP Laboratory
CNP Propolis Multi Ampoule Balm Duo Set
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#31 on the ingredient list), Propolis Extract, Madecassoside
1 claim checked
Claims, checked
Multi ampoule balm containing propolis ampoule core ingredients, providing dense moisture and nutrition to the skin conveniently anytime, anywhere.
partly backed
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening and wrinkle improvement.
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#36 on the ingredient list), Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Water 65.5%, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Water 3.5%
24 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines
- Only partly backed:
- a brighter skin tone
See each claim
Claims, checked
95ml / 3.21 fl.oz.
backed by evidenceWhitening, wrinkle improvement dual functional cosmetic
backed by evidenceAdapt Inc.
backed by evidence(LEMON) VITA BUBBLE SERUM 95ml 3.21fl.oz.
backed by evidenceThe more you layer the refreshing formula, the clearer and more transparent your skin becomes
plausible, not tested69% whole lemon water instead of water, clear vitality energy
partly backedThe more you apply daily, the more blemishes·complexion improve
partly backedClear vitality energy filled with 69% whole lemon water
partly backedOrganic lemons grown in Jeju's pristine region are squeezed whole, from flesh to peel, to fill dull skin with vitality and clear radiance.
partly backedUltra-fine bubble particles, fine particles, absorb more quickly and deeply
overstatedWith a vitamin formula that boosts absorption, blemishes·tone improve from within
overstatedThe single box of this product uses FSC-certified eco-friendly paper materials to protect resources in a sustainable manner.
no supporting source foundVEGAN
no supporting source foundUltra-fine bubble formula, 3-second absorption serum
no supporting source foundUltra-fine bubble formula that absorbs in 3 seconds
no supporting source foundHigh-efficacy ingredients gently seep in to rapidly recharge vitality
no supporting source foundAbout 4.3 times higher vitamin C content than imported ingredients
no supporting source foundVisible skin changes with 2 weeks of use
no supporting source foundPopping lemon bubbles,
nothing specific to checkFrom skin tone to radiance all at once
nothing specific to checkMoisture glow coating & clear skin lemon vita serum
nothing specific to checkRADIANCE & GLOW
nothing specific to checkNo matter how much you cover, dull complexion, are you worried?
nothing specific to checkLike coating moisture glow on the skin, complete makeup-absorbing skin!
nothing specific to check
It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (#39 on the ingredient list), Ceramide, Hyaluronic Acid
19 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration (amount unknown) · calmer skin (amount unknown) · better barrier support (amount unknown) · firmer skin (amount unknown)
- Free of:
- 6 listed ingredients
- Tests passed:
- hypoallergenic · skin irritation
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Claims, checked
* Hydro Ceramide: Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP
backed by evidence** Vitamin C Derivative: Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
backed by evidenceA moisture texture care fluid that balances oil and moisture with a soft and comfortable moisture serum formula
partly backedA moisture serum formula fluid with a blending emulsion formulation containing sugarcane-derived squalane that smoothly arranges skin texture, forms a moisturizing barrier, and protects the skin
partly backedWith a formula that adds * Hydro Ceramide, the main ingredient of the Hydro Reflecting line, representative skin vitamin Niacinamide, and ** Vitamin C Derivative, it delivers clearly radiant moisture-light glow skin
partly backedA daily moisturizing care that soothes skin irritation by adding HERA's own biomimetic water ingredient Cell-Bio Fluid Sync TM 2.0 and Centella Cica/Madecassoside, and cares for skin to be firm with a formula containing Peony Extract (Sensitive Skin Primary Irritation Test / Hypoallergenic Test Completed)
partly backedWith a soft and comfortable serum fluid formula, it balances oil and moisture, smoothly arranges skin texture, and protects the skin with a comfortable moisturizing barrier.
partly backedIt adds Hydro Ceramide (Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP) and skin vitamin ingredients to help with moisturizing, soothing, and barrier care, and delivers a transparent and clear moisture glow.
partly backedCell-Bio Fluid Sync M 2.0 helps with moisture supply and skin boosting, and the antioxidant·firming care of Peony Extract and the soothing efficacy of Madecassoside are added (limited to ingredient-level efficacy).
partly backedIn a consumer evaluation, immediately after one use, 100% improvement in skin dryness, 97.3% skin texture smoothness, and 97.3% improvement in tightness were confirmed; after 4 weeks of use, it showed 100% improvement in skin condition through moisture supply, 100% improvement in roughness, 100% oil-moisture balance matching, 100% skin becoming firmer through moisturizing, and 100% improvement in makeup adherence (PNK Skin Clinical Research Center, 37 women aged 25~49, 2023.01.16~2023.02.16).
partly backedA moisture texture care fluid that balances oil and moisture with a soft and comfortable moisture essence formula
partly backedIt is recommended for dry, weakened, and dull skin, and is a low-irritation moisture care product that even sensitive skin can use without burden.
partly backedIt is a soft and comfortable serum fluid of blending emulsion technology that adds serum to emulsion, absorbs moisturizingly, and forms smooth skin texture and a comfortable moisturizing barrier.
partly backedIt is also a 6-FREE formula that excludes 6 ingredients: animal-derived ingredients, mineral oil, Polyacrylamide, synthetic colorants, Imidazolidinyl Urea, and Triethanolamine.
partly backedTransparent and clearly radiant moisture glow skin
no supporting source foundGentle even on delicate skin, #LowIrritationCare
no supporting source foundIt passed the Sensitive Skin Primary Irritation Test and Hypoallergenic Test, and the sensitive skin irritation response was confirmed as 0.00, making it suitable for low-irritation care.
no supporting source foundA moisture serum formula that is soft and comfortable on the skin
nothing specific to check#MoistureSerumFormula #OilMoistureBalance #SkinMoistureBarrier
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| backed by evidence | 1 of 1 |
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