What it is
L-ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C.
What it does
L-Ascobic Acid has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The body’s production of collagen, which is essential for body growth, tissue repair and wound healing, decreases with aging and sun exposure. L-Ascorbic Acid stimulates the production of collagen and helps reduces wrinkles and fine lines.
It is water-soluble and easily absorbed by skin; it can stay up for 72 hours. It strenghtens the capillaries and has a skin lightening effect on uneven skintone and pigmentation.
It protects beta-carotene and Vitamin E from oxidation. It also inhibits melanin and reduces its oxidation.
Side effects
L-ascorbic acid stings slightly when applied and can be irritating.
It is highly unstable and oxidize rapidly. In its oxidized form it promotes the formation of free radicals, causing damage to DNA and collagen.
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I’m not much of an “ingredient looker” when I buy products just because I’ve never had any break out problems or allergic reactions but this post has really enlightened me to do so. Thanks Gio ;] I love all your posts!
You’re welcome Jessica. I used to be like that too but after reading what nasty ingredients companies put in their products and lots of false claims about what ingredients do I decided to do some research myself. After all, this is our skin we’re talking about and we should be careful about what we put on it.
Finding out the information about L-Ascorbic Acid is a great help for me. It is nice to see that your posting information about ingredients like this L-Ascorbic Acid because you are opening ne w door of information. Keep posting good information. Thanks!
Thank you for your comment. I really enjoy writing these posts and sharing everything I learned about ingredients in the past months. I’m really happy to know that people enjoy these posts too and find them helpful.
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Cheers!
Amanda
Sounds like a great product, I’m glad it is working well for you. Thanks for the link, I’ll check it out.