Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant used for brightening, photoprotection, and collagen support.

Best forBrightening, sun damage, uneven tone

IncludesAscorbic acid, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Ascorbyl glucoside

Use carefully ifPure ascorbic acid can irritate sensitive skin

A label in this group is a reason to look more closely at the formula. The exact form, concentration, and overall formula still matter.

Pure ascorbic acid and vitamin C derivatives should not be presented as the same thing.

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Ascorbic acidPure form, most studied

Vitamin C derivativesGentler, more stable

Names to look for on labels

ascorbic acidsodium ascorbyl phosphateascorbyl glucoside3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidascorbyl tetraisopalmitatetetrahexyldecyl ascorbatemagnesium ascorbyl phosphateascorbyl palmitate

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Anti-AgingRoutines for texture and fine lines.Even Skin ToneRelevant for dark spots and dullness.

Vitamin C

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