ASCORBIC ACID

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)

 

Rating:Great

Origin:Vegetal

 

Effective positive component, antioxidant effects.

It works best between a concentration of 5 - 20 %

It increases its own collagen production in the skin. It lightens pigmentation and dark spots.

If used under sunscreen, it increases its UV protection.

Extremely unstable and very easily oxidized in the presence of light or air. Stable in water solutions only if the pH is lower than 3.5 or in formulations without water

Vit. E + C work synergistically and provide excellent photo -ocenu.

Ferulic acid doubles the photoprotective effect.

Vit C + E and helps to stabilize vit. C. Strong vit. Serum C can cause slight armor on sensitive skin.