Does Vitamin C Brighten the Skin?

Does Vitamin C Brighten the Skin?

Vitamin C is essential for skin health, serving as the body’s most abundant antioxidant and playing a critical role in maintaining a bright, healthy complexion. From both oral intake and topical applications, getting enough Vitamin C is a foundational part of self-care.

In line with Josh Rosebrook’s philosophy, Vitamin C is a powerful way to enhance skin radiance. Their C Complex Serum was specifically developed to incorporate diverse, clinically-backed forms of Vitamin C, maximizing the impressive benefits that Vitamin C offers. The formulation includes two highly effective versions of L-Ascorbic Acid (LAA): traditional LAA and Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid, an advanced LAA derivative.

Why L-Ascorbic Acid?

L-Ascorbic Acid is one of the most researched and effective types of Vitamin C. Its benefits are widely recognized, including:

• Preventing oxidative stress and protecting against UV-induced skin damage
• Stimulating collagen production, enhancing collagen stability, and reducing collagen degradation
• Strengthening the extracellular matrix for firmer skin
• Reducing melanin production, thereby minimizing hyperpigmentation and dark spots over time
• Improving skin texture and tone

Despite these benefits, LAA is a notoriously challenging ingredient due to its sensitivity to oxidation, absorption issues, and low pH requirements. Josh Rosebrook’s approach to this formulation overcame these challenges by creating an ingredient synergy that stabilizes and amplifies LAA, while helping to offset any potential skin sensitivity.

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C Complex Serum

€77,00

Why Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid?

To address the traditional challenges of LAA, Josh Rosebrook incorporated 3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid (ELAA), a stable, non-irritating Vitamin C derivative. This form offers all the advantages of LAA without the typical stability issues, with added benefits:

• Gentle and non-irritating
• Both water- and oil-soluble for better skin absorption
• Highly stable as a standalone ingredient

Due to its stability and efficient skin absorption, ELAA is the main source of Vitamin C in this complex.

Exploring the Two Vitamin C Complexes

Josh Rosebrook’s C Complex Serum features two distinct Vitamin C complexes to maximize benefits:

• Vitamin C Complex One: Combines 3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid with Ferulic Acid and Vitamin E. Vitamin E enhances Vitamin C’s potency, stabilizing it and improving skin penetration. Ferulic Acid further stabilizes LAA and doubles the photoprotection against UV damage and environmental aggressors.

• Vitamin C Complex Two: Features Ascorbic Acid, Colloidal Gold, and Glutathione. Colloidal Gold speeds up and increases the absorption of LAA and Glutathione. Known as the “master antioxidant,” Glutathione stabilizes LAA by recycling it, enhancing free-radical scavenging.

Phytonutrient Blend for Balance and Brightening

Supporting the Vitamin C complexes is a blend of powerful phytonutrients that balance and brighten skin:

• Azelaic Acid: Calms inflammation and supports skin renewal, helping with blemishes and reactive conditions.
• Licorice Root Extract: Brightens skin and reduces dark spots, while helping regulate oil production.
• Tamanu Seed: Soothes and restores blemished skin with potent anti-inflammatory properties.

C Complex Serum vs. Active Infusion Oil

The C Complex Serum is a Vitamin C-focused formula, while Josh Rosebrook’s Active Infusion Oil emphasizes retinoid benefits with Vitamin C as a supportive ingredient. Since C Complex Serum is water-based, it’s ideal to apply before oil-based products. When layering, apply the C Complex Serum first, followed by oil or retinoid products in the evening.

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