Why is Vitamin C important in skincare?
Vitamin C boosts our bodies ability to create collagen.
Vitamin C also brightens the complexion by inhibiting melanin production.
Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant that fights free radical damage caused by UV exposure.
Vitamin C is available in several versions, as the pure form, Ascorbic Acid is very powerful, but also very unstable to light and air. This makes way for Vitamin C derivatives which deliver just as great results but in a more light and air stable version. Let's take a look at some products that utilize this potent ingredient.
Beautycounter Counter+ All Bright C Serum
Beautycounter Counter + contains two potent forms of vitamin C to create a 10% formula that not only moisturizes but fades dark spots.
It contains no fragrance, but does include anti-inflammatory turmeric, which gives it its bright yellow hue.
Cirem Mending Moon Moonglow Face OIl
Cirem Moonglow is a lightweight facial oil that contains a whopping 20% of vitamin C derivative to smooth and brighten the complexion.
It's non-greasy texture and inclusion of argan oil, vitamin E, oat oil and squalane moisturizes the skin better than most oils I've tried.