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The 3 Vitamin C Serum Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making

Not all Vitamin C Serums are created equal. Here are 3 major Vitamin C Serum mistakes you didn’t know you were making, and how to avoid them.

1. Not all Vitamin Cs are the same. Vitamin C comes in a lot of different forms. For example, ascorbic acid is one form of Vitamin C, but it can actually cause acne and irritation when applied topically. Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, on the other hand, is a gentle, stable and water-soluble form of Vitamin C. This means it is easily absorbed by the skin and can penetrate deep to stimulate collagen production. Sano Naturals Vitamin C Serum is made with Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate for maximum safety and absorption...

Vitamin C Serum Decoded Part 3: Should Vitamin C Serum Consistency Be Thick?

The short answer is no, the consistency of your Vitamin C Serum should not be thick. Vitamin C Serums that are sticky or thick in consistency often contain silicones.

Silicones are chemically derived, which means they are not natural.  Any time you introduce a foreign chemical to your skin, you risk irritation, flare ups, and developing allergic reactions.

Simply put, chemically derived silicone found in thick, sticky serums may give you to the opposite skin experience you want. Keep reading to find out how to avoid this.

Vitamin C Serum; Decoded. Should Vitamin C Serum Have a Color?

The answer is no, your Vitamin C Serum should not be colored. Pure Vitamin C is colorless.

If you are using a Vitamin C Serum that is colored, it can mean 1 of 2 potentially harmful things. Keep reading to find out what they are, and how you can avoid them.

 

 

 

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