Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide is an ingredient known under the trade name Vitazyme™ A. It is a retinyl palmitate polypeptide conjugate, where retinyl palmitate bonded covalently with a natural polypeptide derived from a carrot.
Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot polypeptide exhibits lower dermal toxicity, and it is milder than equal levels of retinyl palmitate. In addition, this ingredient is also more readily absorbed into the skin.
Partition coefficient studies revealed that Vitazyme™ A appears equally in both the oil and water phases of an emulsion and this dual solubility illustrates the more significant level of penetration into the skin. Thanks to additional stability and an advanced delivery system, Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide is a perfect ingredient for anti-aging skincare applications.
Like other retinoids, Vitazyme™ A normalizes the skin leaving multiple beneficial effects, such as free radical scavenging, moisturizing, firming, and toning. Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot polypeptide is used in many formulations including skin and lip care applications, and in decorative cosmetics.