Vitamin C On Your Skincare

Diva Ingredient: Benefits Of Vitamin C On Your Skin

Vitamin C is the A-list superstar of vitamins! Resembling Jennifer Lopez or Mariah Carey in many ways – Vitamin C will give you a sensational performance and yet display some noticeable diva behavior. 

So what makes Vitamin C the undeniable star it is? Let’s take a closer look. 

History

Before we can understand what Vitamin C is, it’s important to reflect on how it made its mark in history. In the 18th century, sailors found that consuming citrus fruits while out at sea saved them from scurvy; this disease causes severe symptoms such as bleeding gums due to a lack of Vitamin C. 

Despite knowing about their findings back then, scientists didn’t discover until much later – specifically in the 1930s – that Vitamin C was responsible for preventing and curing scurvy.

Vitamin C has been heavily researched and adored for its various health benefits, especially in regard to our skin. It is a primary water-soluble antioxidant found in most of our tissues that help with the production of new collagen fibers; strengthening and firming up our complexion.

Unfortunately, our bodies cannot generate Vitamin C on their own (except for some animals like mice!), so we must find other sources to consume it. Sure, eating citrus fruits, black currants, red pepper, and guava can provide the vitamin for our body’s needs – but this won’t really increase the Vitamin C levels in our skin. If we truly want an A-lister level glowing complexion, then we need to put in a little extra effort! Just when we thought it couldn’t get any worse, being outdoors or around pollutants can quickly deplete our skin’s Vitamin C levels. Unbelievable!

With hope in sight, applying Vitamin C cream or serum to our skin can yield impressive results!

Skincare Qualities:

Great antioxidant and UV protection booster

Studies have demonstrated that topical Vitamin C, also referred to as ascorbic acid, applied directly on animal skin can diminish erythema and sunburn cells, in addition to reducing the risk of tumor formation due to UV exposure.

By utilizing the Vitamin C Serum from 100% PURE in the morning under your sunscreen (not instead of it!), you will ensure optimal protection and increase its effectiveness. To receive maximum photo protection, opt for serums that contain both Vitamin E and Ferulic Acid, as this duo doubles the protective power of Vitamin C alone. If you’re looking to give your routine an extra dose of goodness, choose products with all three ingredients–Vitamin C, E, and Ferulic Acid–to maximize their beneficial properties!

The remarkable combination of Vitamin C, E, and Ferulic acid is a must-have for anyone wanting to protect their skin from the sun’s harmful rays while achieving glowing, luminous long-term healthy looking skin. Adding this dynamic trio to your skincare regimen will help you look and feel beautiful!

Helps to produce collagen

Fully grasping collagen can be tricky, yet the most essential point to understand is that it’s like a tent pole providing structural support for our skin, helping keep it firm and wrinkle-free. Just think of an unstructured tent with poles randomly placed; clearly, this won’t make the structure secure. Similarly, applying skincare products containing collagen may not directly prevent wrinkles or create firmness (although they do provide hydration). It isn’t magic – you need those poles in exactly the right place!

To counteract the visible effects of aging, let’s take a proactive approach to enhance collagen production. Enter Vitamin C! A study conducted in 1999 found that applying Cellex-C, which contains 10% Vitamin C serum, noticeably reduced wrinkles after three months of use. Wouldn’t it be great if we could look younger by taking one simple step? Now you can with this revolutionary solution! 

If you required further convincing, a 5% Vitamin C cream study conducted over a six-month period saw tremendous improvements in skin hydration, wrinkles, glare, brown spots, and density. Moreover, it’s one of the few ingredients that has been proven through peer-reviewed studies to enhance collagen production – an absolute must for any skincare queen!

Helps to fade brown spots

It’s no secret that brown spots and hyperpigmentation can be a major nuisance, often resistant to even the most tried-and-true skincare remedies. But luckily, Vitamin C offers an effective solution for these stubborn discolorations. To understand why it works so well in this regard, we must first know how brown spots form: tyrosinase is the enzyme responsible – but thankfully Vitamin C disrupts its activity before those unsightly blemishes have a chance to surface!

So far, we’ve heard nothing but rave reviews about Vitamin C’s extraordinary performance. However, as magnificent as it may be, let us not forget that there is always a diva side to Vitamin C.

Bad Sides:

unstable and oxidizes fast

Have you ever purchased a pure Vitamin C serum and failed to use it up within two months? If so, you likely noticed the mixture had changed color to an unpleasant brown. This discoloration is due to oxidation in the formula, making it useless and ineffective.

Skincare manufacturers have some tricks up their sleeves to make Vitamin C more stable in products. Formulas with a low pH (less than 3.5) or waterless formulations help to extend its shelf life. Furthermore, adding other ingredients like Ferulic Acid, Glutathione, Citric Acid and Sodium Metabisulfite can block the oxidization of Vitamin C too! To preserve it even further from air and light exposure, totally sealed packaging is necessary for any product containing this powerful antioxidant.

Despite all the loving care that goes into making these products, a Vitamin C serum will be potent for only three months after opening. Don’t you think Diva is worth it?

Hard to penetrate the skin 

Since our skin is more naturally inclined to oil-based substances, it makes the absorption of water-soluble Vitamin C difficult. Fortunately, low pH (below 3.5pH) helps with this issue; seek out water-based Vitamin C serums that meet this parameter, as well as more creative solutions like non-aqueous formulas!

Using too much Vitamin C might irritate sensitive skin

If you’re feeling a slight tingling sensation while using Vitamin C, don’t fret. It’s quite common! However, if your skin is easily irritated or has Rosacea-prone tendencies, it might be best to stay away from serums containing more than 10% of the ingredient. 

Conclusion

Despite the cautionary tips, though, we suggest that you still give products with lower amounts of Vitamin C an opportunity and see how your body responds; everyone’s skin reacts differently to different ingredients, so who knows? Maybe Vitamin C could just be waiting for you! You can try adding Vitamin C on your skincare routine using the Vitamin C Mask from 100% PURE once a week and using the Vitamin C Boost and Serum from the same brand to watch the improvements your skin will have.

It’s been an absolute pleasure getting to know Vitamin C, our lovable and eccentric superstar diva! Though she can be a bit hard to handle at times, her results are simply incredible.