HISTORY

NIKKOL GROUP pioneered the commercialization of an oil-soluble version of a vitamin C derivative in 1961. Utilizing its expertise on colloid dermatological science, NIKKOL VC-IP was designed as an ester for high stability during processing and with high percutaneous absorption on skin versus water-soluble derivatives.
After 25 years, we have developed NIKKOL VC-IPVS, a natural grade derived from responsibly-sourced palm ingredients; it is also vegan-friendly and HALAL-certified (MPJA).

Timeline

1961

Developed and launched lipophilic Vitamin C derivative. (World’s 1^st)

1986

NIKKOL VC-PMG was launched as novel quasi-drug whitening active.

1997

NIKKOL VC-IP was released.

2009

NIKKOL VC-IPEX obtained QD whitening active status in Japan.

2010

NIKKOL VC-IP obtained functional ingredient for skin lightening in South Korea.

2022

NIKKOL VC-IPVS was launched.

PROVEN EFFICACY

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Papers

· A new lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), prevents UV-induced skin pigmentation through its anti-oxidative properties

Yasunobu Ochiai 1, Satoko Kaburagi, Kei Obayashi, Nobuyuki Ujiie, Satoru Hashimoto, Yuri Okano, Hitoshi Masaki, Masamitsu Ichihashi, Hiromu Sakurai
Journal of Dermatological Science, 28 Aug 2006, 44(1):37-44

· Effect of a new lipophilic pro-vitamin C, tetra-isopalmitoyl ascorbic acid (VC-IP), on senile lentigo via controlling melanocytes-keratinocytes interaction.

Mariko Yokota
Presented at IFSCC conference 2017

· Improvement of Hair Damage by Lipophilic Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate)

Takeshi Misono, Shunsuke Yanaguchi, Satoru Hashimoto
Journal of SCCJ, 2018, 52(3), 205-209

· Evaluation of the anti-wrinkle effect of a lipophilic pro-vitamin C derivative, tetra-isopaimitoyl ascorbic acid

Mariko Yokota, Shoichi Yahagi
J Cosmet Dermatol, 2021;00:1-12

SUSTAINABILITY

NIKKOL VC-IP is primarily manufactured at Nippon Surfactant Industries in Utsunomiya city in Japan. This factory is famous for its eco-friendly, sustainable policies through these local & globally-recognized certifications or activities.

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Engages in Eco Action 21 since 2012 - a certifying body authorized by Japan’s Ministry of Environment that promotes companies to improve their own environmental management systems.

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Joined the global RSPO supply chain group in 2018. Currently, the factory produces more than 300 products that are RSPO-MB certified.

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Awarded “Silver” in the global sustainability ratings index- EcoVadis every year since 2019.

Carbon conscious processes for NIKKOL VC-IPVS

NIKKOL VC-IP VS is manufactured using a dedicated reactor for Vitamin C derivatives. Several processes are in place to continually reduce carbon emissions from its processing. Specifically, these are the systems involved in the manufacturing of this product:

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Utilizing gas co-generation system to generate 2 types of energy- electricity & heat to power reactors and boil water.

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Optimizing the esterification process- shortened reaction time.

3.

Re-using stored condensed water from other processes to cool down the reaction.

4.

Recovery and recycling of used organic solvents used in the process.

CO2 emission reduction

*Calculated using the US environmental protection agency greenhouse gas calculator

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