

Vitamin C in cosmetics is emerging as one of the key ingredients for achieving glowing, healthy skin. Discover the benefits of vitamin C for the skin and what advantages serums and creams containing this ingredient bring.

What is Vitamin C?
Vitamin C , scientifically known as ascorbic acid , is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential to human health. Our bodies cannot produce it on their own, which means we must get it through our diet or topical application to ensure its benefits.
This vitamin is known for its crucial role in supporting the immune system, collagen production and protection against damage caused by free radicals . In fact, in cosmetics, vitamin C has become a key ingredient due to its extraordinary antioxidant properties and its ability to improve the appearance and health of the skin.
Benefits of Vitamin C in Skincare Cosmetics
Vitamin C offers numerous benefits for the skin .
Antioxidant Action
According to a study published in "Skin Pharmacology and Physiology," vitamin C in cosmetics is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radical damage that can lead to premature aging and loss of skin elasticity.
Stimulation of Collagen Production
The American Academy of Dermatology ( AAD ) notes that vitamin C is essential for the synthesis of collagen , a protein that gives skin firmness and elasticity. Its topical application can help reduce wrinkles and improve skin texture, making this vitamin an ideal ingredient for menopausal skin as well.
Skin lightening and illuminating action
In an article published in the journal "Dermatologic Surgery," it is confirmed that vitamin C is able totreat hyperpigmentation and skin blemishes , helping to achieve more even and luminous skin.
UV Damage Protection
Vitamin C in cosmetics can help reduce UV damage to the skin, but it is important to remember that vitamin C should be used in combination with sunscreen.
Reduction of Inflammation
The journal "Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology" has published research on the anti-inflammatory properties of vitamin C, highlighting how it can help reduce redness and skin irritation even in cases of dermatitis.
Balancing Sebum Production and Reducing Acne Scars
Vitamin C can regulate sebum production , which is why cosmetics with vitamin C are used in skincare for oily skin. In addition, it turns out that this ingredient is also able to help improve skin texture and reduce acne scars , a typical blemish of oily skin.
Hydration
Vitamin C has hydrating properties , helping to keep skin soft and well hydrated.
The Benefits of Vitamin C Serums
Vitamin C serums have become one of the most popular skin care products for several reasons:
· Higher concentration of vitamin C offering faster and more visible results.
· Rapid absorption thanks to the light consistency of the face serum and its ability to penetrate deep into the epidermis allowing the vitamin to act directly on the skin cells.
· Dark Spot Reduction : Vitamin C serums are particularly effective at reducing dark spots and hyperpigmentation, improving skin tone.
· Collagen stimulation : Thanks to the high concentration of vitamin C, the serums promote greater collagen production, helping to reduce wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Vitamin C Face Creams for Young and Bright Skin
Vitamin C creams are often used in combination with vitamin C face serum because even though they contain slightly lower concentrations of vitamin C than serums, they offer hydration and protection against free radicals to prevent premature aging.
Vitamin C in Luce di Sorrento cosmetics
We have also decided to include stabilized Vitamin C in our cosmetics for its antioxidant, illuminating and plumping properties, and liposomal Vitamin C , thanks to its encapsulation in liposomes, penetrates deep into the subcutaneous layers of the skin, providing instant hydration and stimulating the production of natural collagen.
Essence
Our SUBLIME LUX ESSENCE LOTION has an intense illuminating, hydrating and refreshing action thanks to LemonLight® in combination with 5 hyaluronic acids of different molecular weights and stabilized Vitamin C. Using it in your skincare helps the skin absorb the active ingredients contained in subsequent products.
Face serum
PERFECTION LUX SERUM a formula with hydrating, anti-aging and illuminating effects. Helps reduce wrinkles, fine lines and skin blemishes. Suitable for men and women and for all skin types. Can be used morning and evening after cleansing.
Face mask
PRESTIGE LUX FACE MASK is an illuminating and plumping gel mask based on the Light-C® Liposomes complex with liposomal Vitamin C in combination with the enzymatic extract of lemon for daily use with an action capable of improving skin imperfections. In addition, the delicate scent of Sorrento lemon relaxes the mind and banishes stress.
Face cream
GLOBAL LUX CREAM provides intense hydration all day long, reducing expression lines and improving skin brightness.
To enhance the benefits of Vitamin C, all our products contain the LemonLux ® complex in combination with other selected ingredients that contribute to hydration, brightness, improvement of impurities and lightening of blemishes on the skin, giving calm and well-being thanks to the scent of Sorrento Lemon.
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