Can I use Ascorbic Acid with Isopropylmethylphenol?
Works well together
Ascorbic Acid and Isopropylmethylphenol are generally compatible and can be layered in the same routine. As always, introduce one new active at a time and watch how your skin responds.
Ascorbic AcidActive
- ✓Brightens
- ✓Boosts collagen
- ✓Antioxidant protection
- ⚠Unstable formula
- ⚠Can sting
- ⚠Sun sensitivity if unprotected
IsopropylmethylphenolPreservative
- ✓Broad-spectrum antimicrobial effective against acne-causing bacteria
- ✓Common quasi-drug active in Japanese acne products
- ⚠Possible contact sensitisation with repeated exposure
