Vitamin C: the essential antioxidant for facial care

We know that vitamin C is one of the most important nutrients we should include in our diet, but sometimes we are not aware of how important it is to incorporate this vitamin into our facial care routine.

This vitamin neutralizes free radicals that cause oxidative stress in the skin and lead to premature aging . Through its antioxidant effect, vitamin C helps protect the skin from cell-damaging free radicals, which are responsible for the degradation of skin components such as collagen. Therefore, it is essential for promoting collagen production in skin cells.

Collagen is one of the natural substances that fill the skin, giving it a firm and even appearance. As we age, collagen production decreases, and this decline significantly contributes to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as loss of volume and facial sagging.

Since the body cannot produce vitamin C on its own, nor does it store it, it's important to include vitamin C-rich foods in our diet. Furthermore, this vitamin is increasingly used in topical products, and many dermatologists recommend incorporating it into your daily beauty routine .

Benefits of using a vitamin C serum:

Boosts collagen production.
It reduces the visible signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles.
It provides a second line of defense against UVA rays and other harmful agents.
Hydrates and firms the skin for greater radiance and improved texture.

However, not all facial care products with vitamin C are identical, and certain aspects should be taken into account :

• “Freshness”: pure vitamin C degrades when exposed to oxygen, so it is more effective in a product where the delivery mechanism allows for its proper preservation.

• Concentration: Research has shown that, to provide visible effects on the skin, a product needs to contain at least 8% vitamin C. Formulations above 15% do not improve effectiveness and may cause some irritation.

• The formula of vitamin C: some of its formulations, such as L-ascorbic acid, are more active than others.

Some of our favorites? Skinceuticals CE Ferulic, Kiehl's Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate serum, Martiderm and Endocare proteoglycans, and Sesderma C VIT Liposomal Serum.

And you? Have you already incorporated vitamin C into your facial care routine?

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