Vitamin C
Ingredient Type:
Antioxidant
AKA:
L-ascorbic acid, ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbyl phosphate,
ascorbyl palmitate, 3-O ethyl ascorbic acid, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate,
magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, and ascorbyl glucoside.
The basics:
When it comes to vitamin C in skincare products,
L-ascorbic acid is the most researched, stable and beneficial form to look for. It is
a potent antioxidant and skin-soothing agent that can also help improve the look of
fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin C can be air and light sensitive, which is why youâll
often find it bottled inside of dark-tinted or opaque packaging (which helps preserve its effectiveness).
Benefits:
Antioxidant protection
Improves the appearance of photodamaged skin
Minimizes the look of fine lines and scarring
Improves overall skin clarity and radiance
Fades dark spots and hyperpigmentation
Best for
Normal, oily and combination skin types. For sensitive skin, start gradually
Works well with
Moisturizing ingredients (also, sunscreen!)
Doesnât mix well with
Retinol
Citric acid or Alpha-hydroxy acids Benzoyl Peroxide
How often to use
Daily. Apply it in the morning for antioxidant protection all day long.
