Vitamin C :The Edit

I´m very curious and I have always been interested in skincare. Sometimes I like to experiment and apply only some boosters. Today I´m going to focus on the use of Vitamin C applied topically on the skin.

The most commonly known form of this vitamin is L-Ascorbic Acid, but also Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate. The list of benefits for your skin is kind of amazing:

Antioxidant

 Vitamin C acts as a shield against free radicals like pollution and sun damage that cause oxidative stress to the skin.

Stimulates Collagen Production

A very effective anti-aging ingredient that is responsible of the creation of collagen, a protein that helps body tissue to withstand stretches. That means more elasticity and strength and less wrinkles.

Reduces Dark Spots

Vitamin C also helps to even out skin tone reducing the dark spots produced by sun damage, acne scaring, age or genetic factors.

Brightens the Complexion

One of the best results that you can get when using regularly Vitamin C is a radiant glowy, healthy looking skin. And who doesn´t want that?

Also, I would like to warn you about the fact that when I applied Vitamin C for the first time it irritated my skin. The reason why this happened is because many products that have at least 10% of Vitamin C and a low PH in order to be effective can be very itchy and may cause a little hot sensation. If your skin is not very sensitive you can go on and try to apply it gradually, first adding and mixing small quantities to your regular moisturizer, then on its own when you will give time to your skin to adjust. Avoid the application after a harsh exfoliation, chemical peel or microdermoabrasion.

Another important point to mention is the difficulty to stabilize Vitamin C, which means that its effectiveness will be depleted if the formula is exposed during long periods of time to air and light. 

Potent Anti-Ageing Vitamin C

Powerful Strength Line Reducing Concentrate by Kielh's

This product is magical! One of the rare serums that really does something to your face. The first applications you will notice a little itchy sensation that transforms your face into a beautiful goddess skin like the morning after. You wake up with a fresh and glowy skin. The texture is white and very creamy and it blends well on the skin. It contains 10,5 of pure Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles whilst minimizes your pores. A game changer in my skincare routine.

Vitamin C Exfoliating and Brightening Mask

GlamGlow Flashmud Brightening Treatment

This mask is a indulgent way to incorporate vitamin C progressively. I tend to do it while I'm taking a bubble bath on Sundays. It is highly charged in brightening ingredients, so this product will be the right one for you if you are targeting dark spots, redness, even dark circles. The key ingredients are White Birch Leaf that delivers natural Betulin and Betulinic Acid which have anti-inflammatory anti-bacterial and regenerating properties. Extracted from the bark of the white birch tree, this substance protects the trees from UV radiation, extreme temperatures and pest infestations. Others actives like Ellagic acid, a polyphenol found in fruits like raspberries and pomegranates, have a brightening effect on your skin. A great way to change your classic exfoliation when you need an extra bright finish to correct any discoloration or hyperpigmentation. Leave it for 20 minutes and apply sunscreen the day after.

Lightweight Affordable Moisturizer with Vitamin C

The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturizer

This product is great for beginners in skincare and also if don't want to spend a lot of money. Even though it's not so expensive, I have to say that it is truly effective for the radiance. The explanatory leaflet says that you have to avoid the eye area and it's no joke. I have experienced myself the sensation of this cream around my eyes and it isn't pleasant. In my case, this cream isn't sufficiently moisturizing or nourishing as I've developed with the age a change in my skincare type from combination to dry. When I use this cream I layer another serum or products that has a richer formula. This lightweight moisturizer gel will be a good boost of vitamin C for dull combination to oily skin types.