Ingredient to Know: Vitamin C

Vitamin C has been a skincare obsession for generations thanks to its brightening properties, but there’s much more to this powerhouse ingredient.

Some people shy away from using it because they’re not sure what it does or because they’ve heard it can be harsh (spoiler alert: not always the case).

We’re here to debunk a few myths, fill you in on its amazing benefits and talk about a Vitamin C skincare product we think you’ll love...

What is Vitamin C?

Vitamin C is one of the key nutrients that we all need in our diet.

There are several different varieties of this vital vitamin including its purest form, Ascorbic Acid.

It helps do everything from boosting your immune system through to maintaining healthy cells.

It’s also great at helping your body boost collagen production, the essential protein building block that helps keep the skin firm.

We mostly absorb it through the fruits and vegetables in our diet, but there can also be some skin benefits when you apply it topically.

Is Vitamin C good for skin?

Yes, Vitamin C and skin are the perfect match. Using it as part of your skincare regime can help to soothe, soften, and strengthen skin, improving texture and appearance.

As an antioxidant, it also supports sunscreen in helping to prevent sun damage that can lead to fine lines and wrinkles.

It’s also amazing at brightening skin and reducing the appearance of sunspots, giving you a healthy-looking glow.

Vitamin C benefits for skin include:

• Brightening the skin
• Reducing the appearance of sunspots
• Working together with your sunscreen to prevent UV damage
• Minimising signs of ageing

Who should use Vitamin C?

All skin types can benefit from using topical Vitamin C. It’s especially good if you’re looking to tackle dull-looking skin or address things like sunspots.

If you do have especially dry or sensitive skin, it’s best to start off slow and increase gradually – just to be on the safe side.

Should I use Vitamin C every day?

It’s totally up to what your skin likes but consistency tends to pay off with most active ingredients, so try incorporating it 1-2 times a day and see how you’re liking the results.

There’s a misconception that all forms of this vitamin are harsh on skin and can cause irritation, which isn’t true. 

 

It’s all about the concentration and what it’s blended with as part of the overall skincare formula.

We only use a kind-to-skin derivative that’s combined with soothing ingredients to give you all the benefits of Vitamin C for skin (without worrying that it could cause a reaction).

As you’d expect from Simple® skincare, that means formulas that contain no colour, perfume or harsh chemicals. Plus, our products are always dermatologically tested and developed with sensitive skin in mind. 

How do I use Vitamin C for skin?

We think the best way to incorporate Vitamin C into your daily skincare routine is in serum form.

That’s because serums help give you higher concentration of active ingredients and they’re so lightweight that they can penetrate deeper into the skin.

Our 10% Vitamins C + E + F Booster Serum not only brightens your skin and helps reduce the appearance of sunspots, but it also helps give you a little extra protection against the environmental aggressors and free radicals. These are some of the factors that can cause dull skin to begin with and lead to premature ageing.

It’s also enriched with Vitamins E and F, which not only boost the effectiveness of Vitamin C but soothe the skin and strengthen your skin barrier.

Some of the key benefits of this face serum:

• Brightens your natural complexion
• Makes skin feel firmer
• Helps protect against environmental aggressors
• Moisturises and strengthens your skin barrier

Read more about our 10% Vitamins C + E + F Booster Serum here.

How do I use Vitamin C serum?

The best thing about our serum is how easy it is to apply. After cleansing, smooth on a few drops of 10% Vitamins C + E + F Booster Serum onto your skin and gently massage in.

Then, follow with your favourite moisturiser. Don’t forget to reach for one enriched with SPF if it’s the morning.

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Now you know all about Vitamin C skincare benefits, you’re ready to start using it in your daily regime.

Let us know how you get on over on our social channels. We can’t wait to hear what you think about the results.

If you want to learn more about the skincare ingredients we use in our range, you can read up on them here.

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