Sodium Ascorbate
AKA “L-Ascorbic acid sodium salt, Sodium L-ascorbate, Vitamin C sodium, Ascorbic acid sodium salt, Monosodium L-ascorbate, Ascorbicin, Sodascorbate, Ascorbate de sodium”
Vitamin C
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Ingredient Facts
Sodium ascorbate
AKA: L-Ascorbic acid sodium salt, Sodium L-ascorbate, Vitamin C sodium, Ascorbic acid sodium salt, Monosodium L-ascorbate, Ascorbicin, Sodascorbate, Ascorbate de sodium
Vitamin C · Antioxidant | Anti-Aging | Skin Conditioning | Brightening | Skin Protecting · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Anti-Aging
Brightener
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Vitamin C
Clean
A stabilized form of vitamin C that protects skin from environmental damage and helps maintain a brighter, more even complexion.
Solubility greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C6H7NaO6
Mol. Weight
198.11
CAS #
134-03-2
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from L-ascorbic acid, a water-soluble vitamin C compound synthesized from glucose through fermentation and chemical oxidation. Produced by neutralizing ascorbic acid with sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate to create a stable salt form.
Function
Antioxidant | Anti-Aging | Skin Conditioning | Brightening | Skin Protecting
Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Neutralizes Free Radicals
Traditional Use
Vitamin C was identified in the 1930s; sodium ascorbate is a stable, water-soluble form developed in the mid-20th century as an antioxidant ingredient in skincare. Used to provide vitamin C's brightening and anti-aging benefits in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR