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Besides its many benefits to the immune system, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has an important part to play in the health of your skin. It is an essential component in the production of collagen, reduction of pigmentation blemishes, and skin brightening!
For the healthiest, most radiant skin, vitamin C is essential. Unfortunately, many products contain a less-than-effective concentration and fail to produce results. Vitamin C can also become unstable when exposed to oxygen, sunlight, and certain liquids, so freshness and proper storage are important. Tip: the product should be colorless or white, as yellow or brownish-discoloration is a common sign of vitamin degradation.
There are a few vitamin C derivatives common in skincare, including ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate and magnesium (or sodium) ascorbyl phosphate. Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate is the latest variant of vitamin C, and great for daily use. It is fat soluble and extremely stable, and most commonly found in medical-grade formulations. If using ascorbic acid, you really need a concentration of 10% or more to get the real benefits of the vitamin (look for this information on the packaging).
Vitamin C is a super antioxidant that has the ability to protect against and reverse signs of photo aging, including loss of elasticity, hyperpigmentation, and uneven complexion. It's really an essential ingredient both internally and externally!
Sunny days are ahead, so remember to lather up with a broad spectrum sunscreen!
xo, Brittany
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