What are the different types of Vitamin C used in cosmetics?

There are several types of Vitamin C used in cosmetics, including L-ascorbic acid (the most common), ascorbyl palmitate, sodium ascorbate, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate. Each has slightly different properties and benefits for the skin.

What does Vitamin C do for your skin?

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that helps protect against free radical damage caused by environmental stressors like pollution and UV rays. It also helps brighten dull complexions by inhibiting melanin production which is responsible for dark spots formation.

Can anyone use Vitamin C products?

Most people can benefit from using vitamin c-based-products unless they have specific allergies or sensitivities. As always if you’re not sure you should consult with an aesthetician or dermatologist before adding any new product to your routine.

Is it true that vitamin c based products can cause irritation?

Yes, but usually only happens when someone who has very sensitive skin switch directly to a high concentration product without working their way slowly up by starting off with lower concentrations first.

Do all forms of vitamin c work equally well ?

While L-Ascorbic Acid remains the gold standard fo effective, stable vitamic-c formulation - other formats such topicals serum , lotions may prove just as beneficial depending on indivising needs.The important part however would be making sure it’s present in sufficient quantity + ph level needed for maximum efficacy across whichever format preferred .

How should I use Vitamin C products in my skincare routine?

You want to make sure you don't combine vitamin c with any other ingredients that may cause irritation or diminish its effectiveness. In particular,vitamin C is highly acidic and doesn’t react well when in contact with some ingredients like exfoliants,retinoid etc.