What are the benefits of ascorbic acid for skin?Updated a year ago
All of the vitamin C skin benefits you usually hear about can only be applied with any measure of confidence to ascorbic acid. Here’s a quick summary of why ascorbic acid is such a skincare superstar:
- Brightens the complexion and addresses pigmentation
- Actively reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Protects the skin from “skin-emies” that cause premature aging
- Gives other skincare products a boost, including your sunscreen and retinoids
- Improves overall skin tone and texture
- Reduces signs of sensitivity and redness (as long as it's formulated gently)
- While this hasn’t been researched, we’ve noticed that ascorbic acid serums make the skin look truly radiant in the short term. If you haven’t tried vitamin C before and you feel like your skin has been looking a little lackluster, it can be an excellent “pick-me-up.”