INCI Name
BIOTIN/FOLIC ACID/CY...
Functions
1 Roles
Sustainability
N/A
Category
skin conditioning
What It Does
Biotin/Folic Acid/Cyanocobalamin/Niacinamide/Pantothenic Acid/Pyridoxine/Riboflavin/Thiamine/Yeast Polypeptides is the product formed by the controlled heating of a mixture of Biotin, Folic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Niacinamide, Pantothenic Acid, Pyridoxine, Riboflavin, thiamine, and yeast polypeptides
Ingredient Attributes
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
Niacinamide and L-Ascorbic Acid can interact at low pH, potentially forming nicotinic acid (causes flushing). They work optimally at different pH ranges (Niacinamide pH 5-7, Ascorbic Acid pH 2.5-3.5). Consider using a Vitamin C derivative stable at higher pH, or separate products.
Glycolic Acid's low pH (3.0-4.0) can convert Niacinamide to nicotinic acid, causing flushing and reduced efficacy. Use in separate products or buffer the pH above 4.5.
Ferulic Acid is typically formulated at low pH (2.5-3.5) with Vitamin C, while Niacinamide works at pH 5-7. Not a destructive interaction, but pH compromise reduces the benefit of one active.
High-dose Folic Acid may reduce Zinc absorption by forming insoluble complexes. At standard supplemental doses this effect is minimal, but consider in prenatal formulations with high folate.
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- BIOTIN/FOLIC ACID/CYANOCOBALAMIN/NIACINAMIDE/PANTOTHENIC ACID/PYRIDOXINE/RIBOFLAVIN/THIAMINE/YEAST POLYPEPTIDES
- Category
- skin conditioning