Vitamin C: Everything You Need to Know About the Most Popular Skincare Ingredient

Did you know that our skin naturally has Vitamin C? April 4th is National Vitamin C Day! Why is this Vitamin C so important that it needs a whole day dedicated to it? Vitamin C supports essential functions like:

• Stimulating collagen synthesis to keep the skin firm and bouncy

• Antioxidant protection against environmental damage (like early signs of aging)

How Vitamin C helps our aging skin

Vitamin C = glowing, youthful skin. Only that as we age, our skin’s Vitamin C concentration depletes. That’s where skincare comes in! Just like taking a supplement, incorporating Vitamin C into your daily skincare routine is key to maintaining that youthful glow. 

While it helps with the benefits mentioned above, it also helps reduce the appearance of dark spots and overall texture. We love vitamin C because it’s not only preventative, it’s corrective.

Now, when it comes to choosing the right Vitamin C serum, quality matters.

Here’s what to look for when shopping for a Vitamin C serum:

L-Ascorbic Acid is the purest form of Vitamin C in skincare and is clinically proven to work.

What is L-Ascorbic Acid?

This water-soluble vitamin is a powerhouse. It contains a range of benefits that make it a must-have. Its antioxidant properties are iconic, it offers protection against the harmful effects of free radicals while promoting cellular health. But its influence doesn't stop there. It’s also a key player in collagen synthesis, which helps in the maintenance of skin elasticity and supporting wound healing processes.

The most effective Vitamin c serum:

• A concentration between 10% to 15% for best results. Too little and it won’t cut it, and any more will be irritating.

• Comes in an opaque glass packaging. Vitamin C is super unstable so you want the packaging designed to protect it against the light.
  

Our recommended brand for Vitamin C serums? SkinCeuticals!

Which Skinceuticals Vitamin C Serum is best for you:

SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic

15% L-Ascorbic Acid

Best for anti-aging for dry and sensitive skin. 

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SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF

10% L-Ascorbic Acid

Best for brightening and evening out skin tone.

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SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF

15% L-Ascorbic Acid

Best for oily, and acne-prone skin while targeting early signs of aging.

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