Which Type of Vitamin C Skincare Sould I Use?

Posted on July 31, 2009
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Vitamin C skincare is very useful as an anti-wrinkle cream, but the effectiveness of this vitamin depends wholly on the form of the vitamin and it’s particular concentration and means of storage. To add to the confusion, your choice may depend on the price. Is the product more expensive than another similar product?

To be able to know what type of vitamin C is good for you and your skin, you need to know the difference between them and what they are supposed to be used for. I have listed the three main types of vitamin C skincare all with a brief explanation of what they are and how to best use them for your skin type.

 Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, also known as MAP is a derivative of vitamin C with a collagen boosting effect. This type of vitamin C is a very stable type and does not degrade as fast. It can even be used on sensitive skin as it is very gentle. To stop MAP from degrading and oxidizing it is best to store it in a dry place away from sunlight.

L-ascorbic acid is a natural form of vitamin C. This form of the vitamin must be properly stored. L-ascorbic acid certainly has its downsides: it oxidizes very quickly when exposed to sunlight and air and can be very irritating to certain skin types. Dermatologists recommend that if you do not know the correct way of using this type of acid, It’s best to avoid it. L-ascorbic acid is unsuitable for people with rosacea or sensitive skin.

 Ascorbyl Palmitate is similar to the MAP type of vitamin C, but isn’t quite as quick or effective as the former. Much like L-ascorbic acid; it must be carefully looked after and stored away from sunlight and air, as this type of vitamin tends to degrade quite quickly. To have a collagen boosting effect, Ascorbyl Palmitate has to be used more frequently and in much larger doses than you would have to use with MAP.

Make sure you know the exact ingredients any vitamin C skincare contains before buying. Many manufacturers mix various types of vitamin C which renders the product ineffective and can also be irritating for your skin. By checking each of the ingredients the product contains you’ll be better equipped to choose the best one for you.

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