Vitamin C is a compound that is naturally abundant in young skin. It’s also the only antioxidant that is proven to boost the production of collagen.
In fact, one of the most powerful functions of vitamin C is its role in the production of collagen, a protein that gives your skin its elasticity. As you age, collagen breaks down and wrinkles begin to form. Stabilizing your skin’s levels of vitamin C can help to counteract wrinkle formation by increasing collagen production. Keep reading to learn more.
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.
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.
