We are used
to hearing that vitamin C is a great anti-aging cosmetic ingredient, but have
you ever wondered why exactly this is so? If you do some research into various
beauty-related articles, you will see that this particular ingredient stands
out because it helps fight several beauty problems with equal efficiency. Today
we will explain why this happens so that the next time you see a cream or serum
with vitamin C in it, you will know exactly why it can help you.
The Secret of Success
The main reason that makes this particular vitamin such an effective fighter against beauty problems is the fact that it’s a true antioxidant powerhouse. Therefore, it offers you all the benefits of protection from free radicals in a concentrated form. These nasty molecules are the main reason behind premature aging, so fighting them means fighting wrinkles that can mar the perfection of your skin.
Note that it’s impossible to avoid free radicals altogether as the vast majority of damage comes from environmental factors, such as pollution and sun damage. They literally attack your skin 24/7, and the only way to limit the damage dealt by these molecules is to make sure that your skin is protected around the clock. Vitamin C grants you this vital protection, thereby granting the following benefits:
- Boosting
natural collagen production.
Collagen is the substance that makes your skin firm and prevents the appearance of wrinkles. As we age, our bodies lose the ability to produce collagen, but vitamin C stimulates this process, making your skin firmer naturally.
-
Reducing
brown spots.
These imperfections are often called “age spots” but they aren’t caused by the process of aging. Brown spots occur due to sun damage, so people who use SPF creams and other forms of sun protection regularly are less likely to develop them. Vitamin C brightens your skin, reducing the negative effects of sun damage.In addition, this ingredient naturally boosts your skin’s resistance to this form of damage and complements any type of sunscreen.
- Reducing
inflammation, irritation, and post-acne marks.
Vitamin C is an efficient anti-inflammatory agent that helps stop and limit the damage from inflammation and irritation, processes that can deal a great amount of damage to your beauty. It also promotes healing, so well-formulated products that contain this ingredient make the marks left by these processes fade much faster.
Which Vitamin C Form Is the Most Efficient?
If you look at various beauty products’ ingredient lists, you will see that vitamin C comes in different forms. The efficiency of the product itself will depend on the efficiency of this ingredient’s form.
The best option available on the beauty market today is ascorbic acid, which is also called L-ascorbic acid. According to numerous studies, this particular vitamin C form benefits skin the most. It also mixes well with other ingredients, like the green tea extract, retinol, and niacinamide. In addition, it isn’t harmful when used in high concentrations (20% or greater).
Other effective forms of vitamin C include:
- Sodium ascorbyl phosphate
- Retinyl ascorbate
- Ascorbyl palmitate
- Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
- Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate
Research indicated that each of these vitamin C derivatives is reasonably efficient when used in beauty treatments and stable enough to stay effective as a component of creams and serums. However, none of them is as good as ascorbic acid. Consider this fact when searching for the best beauty products.
Premium C Serum from PureLx contains L-ascorbic acid as well as a wide range of other antioxidants. Therefore, it can effectively brighten your skin, reduce post-acne scarring, and keep your beautiful face free of wrinkles for many years to come.
