Posted by Neeta on Dec 18, 2013 in Beauty |

With the research of Duke University’s Dr. Sheldon Pinnell in 1992 that vitamin-C type of L-ascorbic acid decreased sun damage, the vitamin got and is still getting more and more popular in the cosmetic industry. And it also started further researches which in due course proved other positive effects of vitamin C on the skin. Today’s picture is vitamin C serum is one of most essential amongst skincare cosmetics.

An Aggressive Free Radical Fighter

Free radicals are our greatest enemies and they are produced not only by pollution or wrong food but also from stress. Vitamin C fights with free radicals aggressively. Our body cannot produce vitamin C and therefore we have to take it from outside. By reaching every cell in our body, it strengthens our immunity by fighting foreign bodies, plays an important role in the maintenance of connective tissue, reinforces cardiovascular system, accelerates fat metabolism and helps the nervous system. Due to its protective qualities, vitamin C is greatly helpful for skin, bones and teeth.

Binding Cells Together

Collagen production and metabolism are important characteristics of radiant, healthy and young-looking skin. Being a prime ingredient of collagen, which binds cells together, vitamin C is an essential element for skin. Actually collagen depends on vitamin C and therefore vitamin C is utmost essential for the health and beauty of our skin. When collagen production and functioning goes on smoothly in our body, we can stay away from wrinkles and roughness of skin.

Topical Use

All vitamins tend to get oxidized when applied topically, i.e. they lose their potency upon exposure to air. Therefore ways had to be developed to incorporate vitamins in skincare products, so that the vitamin can offer its maximum benefits to the skin without being exposed to air. The derivatives of vitamin C like L-ascorbic acid, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and ascorbyl palmitate make this possible.

Benefits to Skin

Upon incorporating in skincare products, vitamin C acts as a strong antioxidant and protects skin from sun damage. It fortifies the skin barrier and dermis. It also speeds up healing process and reduces inflammation. It even reduces skin discoloration, when applied in high concentration. And its most important action is collagen production whereby skin becomes smooth and radiant. Vitamin C products are common favorites of dermatologists because they enhance the effects of treatments like chemical peels and microdermabrasion.

Comparison with Moisturizer

Vitamin C serum is different from a moisturizer and skincare specialists often recommend both. A serum is often thinner and lighter in consistency than a moisturizer and is used on the face after cleansing and before using the moisturizer. Serums generally have special functions like anti-aging or protection from free radicals. Serums have the ability to go deep in the skin, while moisturizers work only on the upper layers. Vitamin C incorporated in a serum offers its maximum benefits to the skin.

Not a Sunscreen

Though vitamin C is extremely beneficial for the skin, it cannot replace a sunscreen. Therefore for sun-protection, you should consider using a moisturizer having an SPF or a separate SPF cream or lotion.

Posted by Neeta on Oct 12, 2013 in Beauty |

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Posted by Ceca on Aug 19, 2013 in Beauty |

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