Eastman GEM™ retinyl sunflowerate is a pro-retinol derivative composed of retinol and sunflower fatty acids. It is a biobased, formulation-stable, easy-to-handle, non-irritating, anti-aging ingredient. Retinyl sunflowerate is manufactured using Eastman’s EPA award–winning GEM technology, which applies the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry.
Eastman GEM™ retinyl sunflowerate is made from sunflower seed oil that contains >70% healthy unsaturated fatty acids.