Vitamin C: Radiance & Antioxidant Protection

The Ultimate Vitamin for Radiance & Antioxidant Protection

1. Name & Category

• INCI Name: Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
• Category: Vitamin – antioxidant, brightening, anti-ageing

2. Background

Vitamin C is one of the most powerful antioxidants in skincare. It protects skin from free radicals, supports collagen production and adds radiance. It has been a cosmetology staple for decades thanks to its ability to fade discolouration and strengthen the skin's natural defences against environmental stressors.

Its pure form, Ascorbic Acid, is highly effective and sensitive to light and air, which is why more stable forms such as Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate are often used.

3. Properties & Benefits

🔹 Antioxidant protection: shields skin from photo-ageing and environmental stress.
🔹 Radiance & even tone: fades discolouration and dark spots for a bright, healthy look.
🔹 Collagen boost: helps smooth fine lines and wrinkles.
🔹 Goodbye dullness: revitalises skin for a fresher, more youthful look.
🔹 Stronger natural defences: supports a healthy skin barrier.

4. How to Use

• Found in serums, creams, masks and sunscreens.
• Concentrations range from 5% to 20%, depending on the form and your skin's tolerance.
• Apply in the morning for free-radical protection; it also works well at night.
• Always pair it with sunscreen for maximum protection.

5. Ingredient Synergies

✅ Works beautifully with:

• Vitamin E & ferulic acid – increase its stability and antioxidant power.
• Hyaluronic acid – hydrates and boosts absorption.
• Peptides – team up for maximum anti-ageing results.
• Sunscreen filters – strengthen protection against UV rays.

⚖️ Best used at a different time from:

• Retinol – use vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night, to keep skin comfortable.
• AHA/BHA in high concentrations – alternate them, to keep skin calm.
• High doses of niacinamide – many formulas combine them successfully; with high doses, applying them at different times keeps vitamin C at full strength.

📌 Discover products powered by vitamin C:

Precious - Lift & Plump Gold Eye Cream | Eye cream with vitamin C to brighten and reduce signs of tiredness.

Lux - Vitamin C Radiant Mask | Radiance mask with stabilised vitamin C for bright, even skin.