A 99% white Phenylethyl Resorcinol powder for brightening and even-tone skincare, suitable for serums, creams and targeted discoloration formulas.
• Supports brighter, more even-looking skin and formulas designed to reduce the visible contrast of dark spots. [R3][R5]
• Provides antioxidant function recognized for Phenylethyl Resorcinol in the EU CosIng database. [R1]
• Low-dose active suitable for concentrated serums, creams, lotions and targeted tone-care products.
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Product Specifications / Key Facts
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Information |
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Product name |
Phenylethyl Resorcinol Powder 99% |
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INCI name |
Phenylethyl Resorcinol [R1] |
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CAS Number |
85-27-8 [R1–R2] |
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Molecular Formula |
C14H14O2 [R2] |
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Molecular Weight |
214.26 g/mol [R2] |
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Commercial form |
White powder |
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Purity / assay |
≥99% |
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Ingredient family |
Resorcinol derivative / tone-evening cosmetic active |
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Cosmetic function |
Antioxidant [R1] |
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Typical solubility |
Poorly water-soluble; pre-dissolve in a suitable solvent or oil-compatible phase. [R7][R9] |
Key Benefits
Why Formulators Choose Phenylethyl Resorcinol Powder
• 99% powder format — convenient for precise bench calculations and controlled active loading.
• Strong fit for targeted tone-care products — especially serums, creams, lotions and spot-focused cosmetic formulas.
• Flexible formulation options — can be pre-dissolved in suitable solvents or oil-compatible systems before final incorporation. [R7][R9]
Typical Applications
• Brightening and even-tone facial serums
• Dark-spot appearance and post-blemish mark cosmetic formulas
• Tone-evening creams and gel-creams
• Radiance-focused lotions and emulsions
• Multi-active formulas combining tone care with hydration or comfort support
Quick Formulation Guide
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Decision point |
Practical buyer guidance |
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Typical use level |
0.1–0.5% is a conservative first-pass range. Confirm grade, market and final formula. [R9–R10] |
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Solubilization / phase |
Poorly water-soluble; pre-dissolve in a suitable solvent or oil-compatible phase. [R7][R9] |
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Processing temperature |
Add during cool-down, preferably at ≤45°C unless the current TDS supports otherwise. [R9–R10] |
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pH screening |
Use pH 4.5–5.5 as a practical first screening window. [R9–R10] |
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Light / color stability |
Protect from light and monitor color during stability testing. [R6] |
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Compatibility |
Validate the active, solvent, preservative and emulsion system together. |
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Storage / handling |
Keep sealed and protected from light/moisture; follow the current specification. |
Recommended Ingredient Pairings
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Recommended Ingredient |
Why It Pairs Well |
Product Concept |
Compatibility Note |
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Adds barrier support and complementary even-tone value. |
Brightening + barrier serum |
Validate pH and preservation. |
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Adds hydration and comfort support. |
Brightening + resilience serum |
Check active load and pH. |
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Adds hydration and serum structure. |
Hydrating tone-evening serum |
Check solvent/polymer compatibility. |
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Adds complementary radiance support. |
Multi-active radiance serum |
Confirm pH and solvent compatibility. |
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Adds a second tone-care active. |
Targeted tone serum or cream |
Use market-appropriate levels; monitor pH/heat. |
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Adds humectancy and comfort. |
Comfort-focused brightening serum |
Validate pH, clarity and preservation. |
Quality Documents and Supply Review
For R&D or purchasing approval, review current lot documents for identity, assay method, appearance, relevant impurities and storage conditions.
For commercial quantities, send your target quantity, destination, required specification and documentation needs before pilot or production purchasing.
Why Source From Us
- Start with samples scale to bulk orders – one supplier from trial to production: Validate with lab samples, then scale to commercial volumes – same quality, same team. No re-qualification, no project delays.
- Formulation support that actually helps – not just a data sheet: We give you hands-on guidance on solubility, temperature, pH, and compatibility. A real formulation partner, not a catalog.
- Reliable supply chain – consistent quality, on-time delivery, batch after batch: Own manufacturing facilities plus long-term partnerships with audited upstream producers ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Full documentation with every shipment. No "sample passes, bulk fails"
- Export-ready documentation – compliance, customs, cleared：Complete technical documentation packages – COA, MSDS, TDS, stability data – batch-specific and regulatory-ready. We handle the paperwork so your compliance and procurement teams can focus on formulation
Scientific Evidence Snapshot
Phenylethyl Resorcinol is a defined resorcinol derivative. CosIng lists antioxidant function, and current technical literature supports even-tone cosmetic use. [R1][R3]
Cell research found reduced melanin-related activity through signaling linked to tyrosinase and MITF; finished-product performance still requires formula-level evidence. [R5]
Formulation studies highlight limited water solubility and light sensitivity, making solvent choice and stability testing important. [R6–R7]
Research & References
[R1] European Commission CosIng — PHENYLETHYL RESORCINOL
[R2] PubChem — 4-(1-Phenylethyl)-1,3-benzenediol (CID 11171903)
[R3] Symrise — Advanced Actives: Radiant and Even Skin Tone
[R5] Kang et al. (2019) — p44/42 MAPK signaling and phenylethyl resorcinol
[R6] Kim et al. (2017) — Phenylethyl Resorcinol in Nanostructured Lipid Carriers
[R9] Dermafactors — Phenylethyl Resorcinol / PRwhite formulation information
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