Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone


AKA: Idebenone, 58186-27-9, 2-(10-hydroxydecyl)-5, 6-dimethoxy-3-methylcyclohexa-2, 5-diene-1, 4-dione, Idebenona, Raxone, Idebenonum, Sovrima, CV 2619
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Clean
2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2-(10-hydroxydecyl)-5,6-dimethoxy-3-methyl-
Formula
C19H30O5
Mol. Weight
338.40
CAS #
58186-27-9
Form
Oil
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Neutralizes free radicals
Reduces fine lines
Traditional Use
A synthetic derivative of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) developed in the 1980s-1990s for anti-aging skincare products. While CoQ10 itself has roots in bioenergetics research from the 1950s, this modified form was specifically engineered to improve skin penetration and antioxidant stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sun Damage
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR