Vitamin C is a scientifically proven, dermatologist-favored ingredient that can help slow early skin aging, prevent sun damage, and improve the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots, and acne. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, which means it fights harmful free radicals (toxins) that come into contact with your skin from external sources like air pollution, or from inside the body as a result of normal processes like your metabolism. Free radicals can damage the skin. Applying vitamin C can combat free radicals and improve the skin's overall appearance.

Benefits of vitamin C for the skin
Some clinical studies have demonstrated that vitamin C can improve wrinkles. One study showed that daily use of a vitamin C formulation for at least three months improved the appearance of fine and coarse wrinkles on the face and neck, as well as the overall texture and appearance of the skin.

Vitamin C can also help protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays when used in combination with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Clinical studies have shown that the combination of vitamin C with other topical ingredients, namely ferulic acid and vitamin E, can reduce redness and help protect the skin from long-term damage caused by harmful sun rays.

Additionally, vitamin C can reduce the appearance of dark spots by blocking the production of pigment in our skin. In clinical trials, the majority of participants applying vitamin C saw their dark spots improve with very little irritation or side effects, but further studies are needed to confirm the brightening effects of vitamin C.

Furthermore, vitamin C can help fight acne thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, which help control the production of sebum (oil) in the skin.

How to use vitamin C

During your morning skincare routine

use a gentle cleanser
apply a few drops of a vitamin C serum to the face and neck
apply a moisturizer and sunscreen.

You may experience a slight tingling sensation when using vitamin C. You may choose to start by applying it every other day, and if it is tolerated, you can apply it daily. It can take up to three months of regular use to see noticeable improvement. If you experience significant discomfort or irritation, stop using vitamin C and consult your doctor.

Vitamin C does not replace the use of sunscreen. Be sure to use sunscreen daily.