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The skincare sphere is inundated with messaging about vitamin C. From creams and serums to juices and powders, there's no escaping its widespread popularity.
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What Is It
Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant that depletes in the skin with age. It assists the regeneration process of one's skin cells and helps neutralise free radicals.
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Reduces UV Damage
Vitamin C limits skin damage caused by exposure to UV light due to its antioxidant properties. These signs include photo-ageing and spots on the skin.
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Evens Skin Tone
Discolouration, dullness, dark spots and blemishes can be reduced with targeted vitamin C products of strength around 10% depending on the condition.
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Aids Skin Healing
Textural issues like scars, wrinkles and sagging can be reduced with vitamin C as it promotes the production of collagen and elastin occuring naturally in the skin.
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Vitamin C In Skin Care
Vitamin C is available in topical skin products. Serum is best recommended for its effectiveness when penetrating the skin barrier.
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Sources Of Vitamin C
Citrus fruits, broccoli, spinach, papaya, pineapple, mangoes, sweet potatoes and more fruits and vegetables are dietary sources of vitamin C.
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Using It Right
Vitamin C is highly potent, so use small quantities to accustom the skin. As it breaks down when exposed to light or air, it needs to be stored in shade in tinted bottles.
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