Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) – Cosmetic Uses in Skin Care
What Is Vitamin C?
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin and antioxidant widely used in cosmetic skin care. It is valued for its ability to help neutralise free radicals and protect the skin from oxidative stress associated with environmental and solar exposure.
Cosmetic Uses of Vitamin C
Vitamin C is primarily used in skin care products formulated for antioxidant protection and skin conditioning. It can be incorporated into facial creams, serums, lotions and other leave-on products.
As an antioxidant, vitamin C helps protect cosmetic formulations and the skin from oxidative processes caused by free radicals. It is therefore commonly associated with products designed for environmental protection and the care of skin exposed to external stressors.
Ingredient Information
INCI: Ascorbic Acid
CAS: 50-81-7
Functions: Antioxidant, Buffering, Fragrance, Skin Conditioning
Source: Dweck, Anthony. Handbook of Cosmetic Ingredients: - their use, safety and toxicology (Dweck Books 5) . Dweck Data. Kindle Edition.
Source: Dweck, Anthony. Handbook of Natural Ingredients (Dweck Books 4) . Dweck Data. Kindle Edition.
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