Why I LOVE Using Topical Vitamin C
Looking after your skin is a process that requires not only good skincare but good nutrition as well.
We are, after all, what we eat.
Therefore, you will find most beneficial nutrients for the skin from the inside out are excellent from the outside in. One of the key nutrients for skin health, youthfulness and vitality is vitamin C. Read on to discover why vitamin C is an essential nutrient to fight skin ageing and promote good skin health.
What is Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an organic compound and an essential nutrient for human health. It is naturally found in foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C, also know as Ascorbic Acid, is a water-soluble vitamin. The body cannot synthesize or store it, so it needs to be regularly ingested from natural foods. Vitamin C is essential for the formation and maintenance of skin, bones and blood vessels and helps absorb iron. Vitamin C helps boost immunity and is vital in the formation of collagen and wound healing. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant, helping the body neutralize and remove free radicals.
Foods Rich In Vitamin C
Vitamin C is destroyed by heat, so the best sources of vitamin C include raw fruits and vegetables. Fruits high in vitamin C include kiwi fruit, strawberries, oranges, lemons, pineapple, guava, and blackcurrants. Vegetables rich in vitamin C include broccoli, tomatoes, snow peas, green chilli pepper, kale, bell peppers, Brussel sprouts, and potatoes.
Vitamin C in Skincare
Vitamin C has been used in skincare for a long time because it has many skin benefits. You will find if you're using good quality skincare, there will be Vitamin C in one or two of your skincare products, even if it's not listed as a key active ingredient. L-ascorbic acid is the key active cosmeceutical ingredient as it's the most dynamic and potent. Still, due to the different requirements of various formulations, you can also find other forms and derivatives of vitamin C in skincare.
L-ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C comes in different forms in skincare, and L-ascorbic acid is the most potent and purest form. For this reason, I love the Biophora PURE "C" L-ascorbic acid powder.
It is 100% pure vitamin C and mixes in and dissolves easily into your serum or cream. Once L-ascorbic acid powder is mixed with a serum or cream, it activates, and it needs to be used immediately. Unfortunately, skincare with L-ascorbic acid already pre-mixed into it loses its potency and activity quickly over time. This is why mixing the skincare grade L-ascorbic acid powder before use ensures pure 100% strength to deliver the best results.
Skin Benefits of Topical Vitamin C
Vitamin C is well researched and documented as an active cosmeceutical ingredient in skincare. It has many benefits and has proven its efficacy over time.
Vitamin C brightens dull skin & lightens pigmentation due to its ability to inhibit melanin production
Essential for wound healing, vitamin C boosts collagen production improving scarring
Vitamin C is necessary for collagen production, making it your best friend for anti-ageing, softening wrinkles and firming the skin
A potent antioxidant, vitamin C neutralizes free radicals and improves the appearance of sun-damaged skin
So as you can see, this is why I love my topical vitamin C.
Many skins will benefit from this potent cosmeceutical ingredient. I have seen brilliant results with my clients.
To ensure you get the most out of your topical vitamin C, use the best cosmeceutical-grade powdered L-ascorbic acid. It needs to be 100% pure skincare grade, and it needs to dissolve quickly into your serum and cream.
For this reason, I love the Biophora PURE "C" L-ascorbic acid powder.
If you have questions about using this with your existing skincare, please don't hesitate to call or email me.
