Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone) 5 g

Oil-Soluble Antioxidant Active for Skincare & Cosmetic Formulations

Coenzyme Q10, also known as CoQ10 or Ubiquinone, is an oil-soluble antioxidant active widely used in premium skincare and cosmetic formulations.

It is particularly popular in products designed for:

• Mature-looking skin
• Antioxidant skincare
• Facial serums
• Eye-care products
• Face creams
• Body creams
• Facial oils
• Premium cosmetic formulations

In cosmetic ingredient databases, Ubiquinone is primarily classified for antioxidant and skin-conditioning functions.

What Is Coenzyme Q10?

Coenzyme Q10 is a naturally occurring quinone compound also found in the human body.

In cosmetic formulation, it is primarily valued as a lipid-soluble antioxidant and skin-conditioning active.

Pure Ubiquinone is typically supplied as a:

• Yellow
• Yellow-orange
• Orange

crystalline powder.

Technical Information

Product Name: Coenzyme Q10
INCI Name: Ubiquinone
Alternative Name: CoQ10
CAS Number: 303-98-0
Chemical Formula: C59H90O4
Form: Yellow to Orange Crystalline Powder
Primary Function: Antioxidant / Skin Conditioning
Water Solubility: Insoluble
Oil Compatibility: Oil Soluble / Lipophilic

Pure Ubiquinone is insoluble in water and is normally incorporated into the oil phase or dissolved in a suitable oil-compatible system.

Coenzyme Q10 in Skincare

CoQ10 is widely used in formulations designed to support the appearance of:

• Smooth skin
• Well-conditioned skin
• Mature-looking skin
• Dull-looking skin
• Skin exposed to environmental oxidative stress

It is particularly suitable for premium facial and eye-care concepts.

Antioxidant Function

Coenzyme Q10 functions as an antioxidant in cosmetic formulations.

Antioxidants are used to help address oxidative stress associated with reactive species and environmental exposure.

In a finished skincare formulation, CoQ10 can therefore support an antioxidant-focused product concept.

It should not be positioned as a medicine or as a treatment for skin disease.

Anti-Aging Cosmetic Positioning

CoQ10 is commonly used in products marketed for mature-looking skin.

Appropriate cosmetic positioning may include:

• Helps support smoother-looking skin
• Supports skin-conditioning formulations
• Suitable for mature-skin cosmetic concepts
• Antioxidant skincare active
• Helps maintain a well-conditioned appearance

Avoid guaranteeing elimination of wrinkles or permanent skin rejuvenation.

Use in Facial Serums

Coenzyme Q10 can be incorporated into:

• Oil serums
• Emulsion serums
• Facial oils
• Lipid-based active systems

Because pure CoQ10 is not water-soluble, water-based serums require:

• Solubilization
• Emulsification
• Encapsulation

or another appropriate delivery system.

Use in Creams & Lotions

CoQ10 is suitable for:

• Face creams
• Eye creams
• Night creams
• Body lotions
• Premium moisturizers
• Anti-aging cosmetic formulations

For pure Ubiquinone powder, it is typically incorporated through the oil phase.

Use in Facial Oils

Coenzyme Q10 can be dissolved or dispersed into compatible carrier oils.

Possible carrier oils include:

• Jojoba Oil
• Argan Oil
• Squalane
• Sweet Almond Oil
• Avocado Oil
• Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

A formulation trial should always confirm complete dissolution and long-term stability.

Natural Color Effect

Pure Coenzyme Q10 has a naturally strong yellow-orange color.

At sufficient concentrations it may cause a finished product to appear:

• Pale yellow
• Golden
• Yellow-orange
• Orange

This is a normal characteristic of Ubiquinone-containing formulations.

Typical Usage Level

The correct usage level depends heavily on the exact commercial grade.

For pure Coenzyme Q10 powder, one commercial supplier recommends approximately:

0.01–3%

depending on the finished formulation.

Encapsulated, liposomal or diluted CoQ10 products can have completely different recommended usage levels because their actual Ubiquinone concentration is lower.

Always follow the TDS supplied with the specific raw material.

Recommended Formulation Approach

For pure powder:

1. Determine the required CoQ10 percentage.
2. Select a suitable oil or lipid-compatible solvent.
3. Incorporate CoQ10 according to the supplier’s recommended method.
4. Ensure complete dispersion or dissolution.
5. Add to the cosmetic formulation at an appropriate stage.
6. Minimize unnecessary exposure to heat, oxygen and light.
7. Perform finished-product stability testing.

Heat Sensitivity

Processing recommendations vary according to grade.

Some suppliers of pure CoQ10 powder recommend keeping processing temperatures below approximately 40°C.

Other formulated CoQ10 systems may tolerate different processing conditions.

Therefore:

Always follow the actual supplier TDS rather than applying a universal temperature limit to every CoQ10 product.

Light & Oxygen Sensitivity

Ubiquinone can be sensitive to:

• Light
• Oxygen
• Heat

during storage and formulation, so appropriate stabilization and packaging should be considered.

Suitable packaging may include:

• Amber glass
• Opaque containers
• Air-restrictive packaging
• Airless pumps

depending on the finished formulation.

Use in Eye-Care Products

Coenzyme Q10 is commonly incorporated into:

• Eye creams
• Eye serums
• Lightweight emulsions

because these product categories frequently use antioxidant and mature-skin positioning.

Eye-area formulations require careful safety assessment because of the sensitivity of the application area.

Use in Hair-Care Products

CoQ10 can also be incorporated into selected:

• Hair serums
• Scalp cosmetic formulations
• Conditioners
• Hair masks

Its role should primarily be described around antioxidant and conditioning formulation concepts.

Avoid claims that it prevents hair loss or treats scalp conditions.

Can Coenzyme Q10 Be Used in Soap?

Technically, CoQ10 can be tested in some soap formulations, but traditional cold process soap is not the ideal delivery system for a premium Ubiquinone active.

Cold process soap exposes ingredients to:

• Strong alkalinity
• Saponification chemistry
• Potential heat
• Long curing periods

These conditions may reduce the value or stability of sensitive active ingredients.

For this reason, CoQ10 is generally more appropriate for leave-on cosmetic products than conventional cold process soap.

Cold Process Soap

If CoQ10 is used experimentally in cold process soap:

• Keep the concentration conservative.
• Add during a cooler stage where practical.
• Avoid unnecessary heat exposure.
• Perform stability testing.
• Evaluate finished-product color and performance.

Do not assume that CoQ10 added to soap will deliver the same benefit as CoQ10 used in a leave-on serum or cream.

Melt & Pour Soap

Small amounts may also be evaluated in melt and pour bases.

However, extra active ingredients may influence:

• Transparency
• Color
• Hardness
• Lather
• Stability

Keep additional ingredients within the soap-base manufacturer’s recommended limits.

CoQ10 Is Not a UV Filter

Coenzyme Q10 may be included in sunscreen or after-sun cosmetic formulations as an antioxidant ingredient.

However:

CoQ10 itself is not an approved SPF value and should not be used as the sole UV-protective ingredient.

It does not replace regulated UVA or UVB filters.

A product may only make reliable sunscreen claims when the complete finished formulation has been appropriately developed and tested.

Do Not Calculate SPF from CoQ10

The presence of CoQ10 does not allow a product to claim:

• SPF protection
• UVA protection
• UVB protection
• Sunburn prevention

without appropriate UV filters and finished-product testing.

pH Information

Pure Ubiquinone is an oil-soluble material rather than an aqueous solution.

For that reason, assigning a simple formulation statement such as:

pH 4.5–7.0

to the raw powder is not especially meaningful.

The pH of the finished water-containing cosmetic product should instead be measured and adjusted according to the complete formulation.

CoQ10 Is Not a Preservative

Coenzyme Q10 is an antioxidant active.

It does not provide adequate antimicrobial preservation against:

• Bacteria
• Yeast
• Mold

Water-containing creams, lotions and serums may therefore require an appropriate preservative system.

Product Details

Product Name: Coenzyme Q10
INCI Name: Ubiquinone
CAS Number: 303-98-0
Weight: 5 g
Typical Form: Yellow-Orange Crystalline Powder
Solubility: Insoluble in Water / Oil Compatible
Primary Functions: Antioxidant / Skin Conditioning
Applications: Serums, Creams, Lotions, Facial Oils, Eye Care and Selected Cosmetic Formulations

Important Purity Information

Only describe the product as:

100% Pure Coenzyme Q10

if the actual supplier COA confirms that the raw material consists of Ubiquinone without carrier ingredients.

Commercial CoQ10 ingredients may also be supplied as:

• Diluted oil solutions
• Liposomes
• Nanoemulsions
• Encapsulated systems
• CoQ10 + Vitamin E blends

These products require different INCI declarations and usage rates.

Storage

Store Coenzyme Q10:

• In tightly closed packaging
• Protected from direct light
• In a cool and dry location
• Away from excessive heat
• With minimal exposure to air and humidity

Follow the storage temperature specified in the supplier documentation.

Safety Information

• For cosmetic formulation use.
• Do not ingest unless supplied specifically for that purpose.
• Avoid direct eye contact.
• Avoid inhaling fine powder.
• Wear suitable protective equipment during professional handling.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Follow the supplier SDS and TDS.
• Evaluate the safety of the complete finished cosmetic product.

Wholesale, Private Label & Contract Manufacturing

We also supply Coenzyme Q10, antioxidants, cosmetic actives, botanical oils and other formulation raw materials in wholesale quantities for cosmetic brands, laboratories, manufacturers, retailers and professional formulators.

In addition to raw material supply, we provide private label and contract manufacturing services for facial serums, eye-care products, creams, lotions, facial oils, hair-care products and other customized cosmetic formulations.

Custom products can be developed with different antioxidant systems, botanical oils, active ingredients, textures, fragrances, packaging formats and private label designs.

For bulk Coenzyme Q10 orders, private label cosmetic products or contract manufacturing, please contact us with your required grade, concentration, quantity, formulation concept, packaging requirements, target market and estimated production volume.