ANTIOXIDANTS

An antioxidant in a cosmetic product helps protect the formula and the skin from damage caused by free radicals, which are unstable molecules generated by factors like air exposure, light, and pollution.
In formulations, antioxidants:
  • Slow oxidation of oils and actives, helping prevent rancidity and extending shelf life
  • Support skin health by helping defend against environmental stressors
  • Maintain product performance and appearance over time
Common cosmetic antioxidants include vitamin E (tocopherol), vitamin C derivatives, rosemary extract, and botanical polyphenols. Used at low levels, they play a key role in keeping products stable, effective, and skin-friendly.

Enhance your formulations with high-quality antioxidants for skincare DIY. Antioxidants help protect your products and skin from oxidative damage caused by free radicals, while also supporting longer shelf life and improved stability. Commonly used in oils, serums, and creams, these ingredients can help maintain freshness and boost the performance of your formulations. Explore our range of cosmetic preservatives antioxidants to create more effective, longer-lasting skincare products.

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DL-Panthenol Provitamin B-5

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Price range: $12.90 through $25.79

DL-Panthenol

DL-Panthenol is a versatile humectant and conditioning ingredient used in cosmetics and personal care products to help improve skin and hair hydration, softness, and overall feel. It is commonly included in lotions, creams, serums, cleansers, shampoos, conditioners, and treatments where moisture balance and conditioning are desired. DL-Panthenol is carefully selected by Suncoast Personal Care Products, Inc for its reliability, formulation versatility, and alignment with clean and modern formulation standards.

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Lavender Oil

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Price range: $8.99 through $28.52

Lavender Oil

Lavender Oil is a plant-derived essential oil distilled from the flowering tops of lavender and widely used in cosmetics for its soft, floral aroma. It is commonly included at low levels in creams, lotions, body oils, cleansers, soaps, and aromatherapy-inspired skincare products to provide a calming and balanced sensory experience. Lavender Oil is carefully selected by Suncoast Personal Care Products, Inc for its aromatic quality, consistency, and alignment with clean and modern formulation standards.

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Antioxidants

Antioxidants are functional cosmetic ingredients used to protect both the formula and the skin from damage caused by oxidation. In cosmetic chemistry, they work by neutralizing free radicals that can degrade oils, fragrances, and sensitive actives, helping maintain product quality, appearance, and performance over time.

Why Antioxidants Are Used in Cosmetics

  • Prevent oxidation and rancidity of oils and butters
  • Extend shelf life and improve formulation stability
  • Support skin protection against environmental stressors
  • Preserve color, odor, and efficacy of finished products

Antioxidants are especially important in products containing unsaturated oils, botanical extracts, essential oils, or vitamins.

Typical Usage Levels

Usage depends on the antioxidant type and the formulation:

  • Vitamin E (Tocopherol): 0.05–1.0%
  • Rosemary Extract (oil-soluble): 0.02–0.2%
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate: 0.05–0.5%
  • Green Tea Extract: 0.1–2.0% (water-based systems)

Antioxidants are often added during the cool-down phase to preserve their activity.

Common Antioxidant Examples

  • Tocopherols (Vitamin E) – oil-soluble, widely used for oil protection
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate – fat-soluble vitamin C derivative
  • Rosemary Oleoresin Extract (ROE) – natural oil stabilizer
  • Green Tea, Grape Seed, or Pomegranate Extracts – polyphenol-rich botanicals
  • Ferulic Acid – often paired with vitamins C and E for synergistic effects