Description

Vitamin A palmitate (also called retinyl palmitate) is a fat-soluble form of vitamin A. It is the most common pre-formed vitamin A used in supplements and fortified foods.

✔️ What it is

A stable ester of retinol (vitamin A) and palmitic acid.

Commonly used because it keeps well in supplements and cosmetics.

✔️ What it does

Vitamin A is essential for:

Vision (especially night vision)

Immune function

Skin health and cell growth

Reproductive health

✔️ Where you find it

Supplements (multivitamins, standalone vitamin A)

Fortified foods

Skin-care products (creams, lotions, anti-aging formulas)

✔️ Notes

As a fat-soluble vitamin, excessive intake can accumulate in the body.

In skincare, retinyl palmitate is milder than retinol but still supports cell turnover.