Vitamin A Acetate Oil 2.0 Million IU/G

High-Potency Retinyl Acetate for Anti-Aging and Skin Repair

INCI Name: Retinyl Acetate

Vitamin A Acetate Oil is a high-potency, oil-soluble form of Vitamin A, an essential nutrient for skin health. As a gentler ester of retinol, retinyl acetate converts to retinoic acid in the skin to stimulate cellular turnover, boost collagen synthesis, and normalize keratinization. This process helps to visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture, and repair damage from UV exposure. It is an ideal active for formulating effective anti-aging creams, repair serums, and after-sun care products.

Solubility Notes:

Oil-soluble. Incorporate into the oil phase of your formula and add during the cool-down phase (below 40°C). Protect from heat, oxygen, and light; use opaque/UV-protective packaging.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Anti-Aging Face Creams

Promotes collagen production and reduces the appearance of wrinkles in nourishing night creams and daily moisturizers.
Skin Repair Serums

Delivers a concentrated dose to accelerate cell renewal, improve skin texture, and diminish signs of photoaging.
After-Sun Care Products

Acts as a potent antioxidant to help mitigate damage from UV exposure and supports the skin's natural repair process.
Body Lotions & Treatments

Improves skin elasticity and firmness while addressing uneven skin tone and texture on the body.
Moisturizing Facial Oils

Easily incorporates into anhydrous formulations to provide antioxidant and regenerative benefits.
Hand and Neck Creams

Targets signs of aging in delicate areas, helping to restore a smoother, more youthful appearance.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Vitamin A Acetate

How Retinyl Acetate Works

Retinyl acetate is a precursor to retinoic acid, the bioactive form of Vitamin A that interacts directly with skin cells. Upon topical application, skin enzymes convert retinyl acetate into retinol, then retinaldehyde, and finally into retinoic acid. This multi-step conversion makes it a gentler, more stable alternative to pure retinol. Once converted, the retinoic acid binds to nuclear receptors (RAR and RXR) in skin cells, modulating gene expression to stimulate fibroblast activity and collagen production, normalize cell turnover in the epidermis, and inhibit collagen-degrading enzymes. The result is a thicker, more organized dermis, a smoother epidermal surface, and a visible reduction in wrinkles and photodamage.

Technical Advantages & Formulation Guidelines

This high-potency oil is standardized to 2.0 Million IU/G, ensuring consistent activity. Being oil-soluble, it should be incorporated into the oil phase of emulsions or added to anhydrous (oil-based) formulas. Retinoids are sensitive to UV light, oxygen, and heat; to ensure maximum stability and efficacy, manufacture under low-heat conditions and add during the cool-down phase (below 40°C). Package finished products in opaque or UV-protective containers to prevent degradation. For optimal performance, maintain a formula pH between 5.5 and 6.5, and consider including antioxidants like Vitamin E (Tocopherol) to further protect Retinyl Acetate from oxidation.

Key Formulation Benefits

Reduces Wrinkles & Fine Lines: Stimulates collagen synthesis, promoting firmer skin and visibly diminishing signs of aging.
Improves Skin Texture: Normalizes epidermal cell turnover to refine skin smoothness and reduce roughness.
Repairs Sun Damage: Supports recovery from photoaging by promoting repair of UV-induced cellular damage.
Gentler Retinoid Option: Ester form enables gradual conversion to retinoic acid, improving tolerability versus pure retinol.
Excellent Stability in Oil: Easily incorporated into oil phases of creams, lotions, and anhydrous serums.
Potent Antioxidant: Helps neutralize free radicals generated by UV exposure to protect against oxidative stress.

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Benefits	Anti-Aging & Anti-Wrinkle, Skin Elasticity, UV Damage Repair, UV Protection & Defense, Wrinkle Reduction
INCI Name	Retinyl Acetate
Usage Rate	0.1%-1%
Active Type	Vitamin A (Retinoids/Retinol), Vitamins & Derivatives
Solubility	Oil-Soluble
Application Area	Body, Face
Physical Form	Oil
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Vegan

Frequently Asked Questions About Vitamin A Acetate Oil 2.0 Million IU/G

The typical usage rate is between 0.1% and 1.0%, depending on desired potency. For facial products, it is common to start around 0.1–0.5%.

Retinyl acetate is an ester of retinol. It is more stable but requires an additional conversion step in the skin to become retinoic acid. This makes it gentler and often better tolerated than pure retinol, though it acts more gradually.

It can be formulated into daytime products, but retinoids may increase photosensitivity. Pair with broad-spectrum sunscreen for daytime use; many formulators position retinoids in night repair products.

For maximum stability, formulate within a pH range of 5.5 to 6.5.

Add during the cool-down phase (below 40°C), use opaque or UV-protective packaging, limit exposure to oxygen and heat, and include antioxidants like Vitamin E (tocopherol) in the oil phase.

Yes. Retinyl Acetate is widely used in cosmetics and considered safe within recommended concentration limits. Follow applicable regional regulations and safe use levels established by authorities such as the EU SCCS.

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