Vitamin C isn’t exactly a new phenomenon on the wellness circuit, but when it comes to skincare, it’s still making waves. But what’s all the hype about? You’re probably used to hearing about vitamin C’s benefits for fighting off colds and flu, but it’s also a cult ingredient in skincare products.
Vitamin C has anti-aging benefits, acting as a collagen booster to help skin look plumper and brighter, as well as helping to fight free radical damage caused by pollution and reduce inflammation and redness.
So what do you need to look out for? Skincare versions of vitamin C come in a number of different forms, including L-ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, and retinyl ascorbate. Don’t worry if they don’t tell you anything; there are plenty of products on the market with clearly stated vitamin C benefits! It’s worth noting that vitamin C ingredients can break down on contact with light, air, and water, so you need to be very careful with how you apply them.
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Vitamin C Skin Care Products Worth Trying…
- LANCER SKINCARE | Advanced C Radiance Treatment
- DR. SEBAGH | Pure Vitamin C Powder Cream
- DCL DERMATOLOGICAL COSMETIC LABORATORIES | Dcl C Scape High Potency Night Booster 30
And of course, you should also make sure your diet is rich in vitamin C to help improve your skin from the inside out. Citrus fruits, strawberries, bell peppers, kiwi, papaya and blackcurrants are all rich in vitamin C, so why not start your day with a vitamin C-rich fruit smoothie to get things off to a good start?
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