{"product_id":"magnesium-ascorbyl-phosphate-map","title":"Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) — Stable Vitamin C Derivative","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) — Stable Vitamin C Derivative for Brightening \u0026amp; Anti-Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a water-soluble, highly stable salt form of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Unlike L-Ascorbic Acid, which oxidizes rapidly and requires low pH formulations, MAP is stable across a wide pH range, non-irritating, and suitable for sensitive skin — making it one of the most formulator-friendly Vitamin C derivatives available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce absorbed into the skin, MAP is enzymatically converted to free ascorbic acid, delivering the full biological activity of Vitamin C: collagen synthesis stimulation, melanin inhibition, and antioxidant protection against UV-induced free radical damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMAP vs. Other Vitamin C Forms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMAP (this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eL-Ascorbic Acid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent — stable in water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoor — oxidizes rapidly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood — stable in water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH of raw material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0–8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5–3.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0–6.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolubility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater \u0026amp; oil soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin Irritation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low — sensitive skin safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrightening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong — inhibits tyrosinase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollagen support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — via ascorbic acid conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — direct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — via conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical usage rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–20%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–3%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrightening \u0026amp; hyperpigmentation correction\u003c\/strong\u003e — inhibits tyrosinase, the key enzyme in melanin synthesis; reduces dark spots, uneven tone, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollagen synthesis support\u003c\/strong\u003e — converted to ascorbic acid in skin, a required cofactor for collagen biosynthesis; supports skin firmness and elasticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — neutralizes free radicals generated by UV exposure and environmental stress; helps prevent photoaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional stability\u003c\/strong\u003e — does not yellow or oxidize like L-Ascorbic Acid; extends product shelf life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitive skin compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — non-irritating at effective concentrations; suitable for reactive, rosacea-prone, and post-procedure skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad formulation versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e — works in serums, toners, moisturizers, eye creams, and masks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dissolve in the water phase. Stir into warm water (40–60°C) until fully dissolved. Can also be added at cool-down (below 40°C) with extended mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–10% in finished formulations (3–5% most common for brightening serums; up to 10% for intensive treatment products)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freely water-soluble; not oil-soluble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH of raw material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0–8.0 (1% aqueous solution). Adjust finished formula pH to suit your target application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not exceed 70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e113170-55-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite to off-white crystalline powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreely water-soluble; not oil-soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–10% (3–5% typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH of Raw Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0–8.0 (1% aqueous solution)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater phase or cool-down (below 40°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 months, properly stored\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStore at 10–25°C (50–77°F), in a sealed container away from light, heat, and humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCosmetic Grade — External Use Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7903971868771\"\u003eNiacinamide Vitamin B3 Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7629185941603\"\u003eFerulic Acid Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7629147766883\"\u003eL-Ascorbic Acid Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/7902377148515\"\u003e3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/8007776632931\"\u003eSymWhite® 377 (Phenethyl Resorcinol)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/8001858732131\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid Powder LMW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/8027853914211\"\u003eBearberry Clear Liquid Extract\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll products sold are cosmetic grade. 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