Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for life.
It is a fundamental nutrient that needs to be obtained through the diet, as the human body cannot produce it on its own.
What is Vitamin C used for?
Vitamin C is a powerful natural antioxidant, capable of protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals, aging, and preventing the onset of chronic diseases.
Vitamin C also plays a crucial role in the synthesis of collagen, a protein essential for connective tissues in the body, such as skin, cartilage, ligaments, and blood vessels.
Collagen is essential for wound healing and the health of skin, hair, and nails.
Vitamin C also promotes the absorption of non-heme iron (the type of iron found in plant-based foods), helping to prevent anemia.
It is especially useful for those following a vegan or vegetarian diet.
Vitamin C supports the immune system, protecting the body from infections and accelerating healing processes.
Finally, Vitamin C is involved in the biosynthesis of certain neurotransmitters, such as noradrenaline, which are essential for the functioning of the brain.
In conclusion, it is an indispensable vitamin for life, but not only that: it is also a valuable ally for our beauty!
But how do we get this unique nutrient?
How to Take Vitamin C
Vitamin C is found in a variety of fruits and vegetables, but especially in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and mandarins.
It is also present in berries like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, as well as kiwi, peppers, broccoli, tomatoes, papaya, spinach, and other leafy green vegetables.
What is the daily requirement for Vitamin C?
The daily requirement for Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is about 90 mg for men and about 70 mg for women.
Although the intake of Vitamin C through diet should be consistent, to see tangible effects on the appearance of our skin, more targeted action is needed…
Vitamin C in Cosmetics and Skin Care
As an “ingredient,” it is widely used in cosmetics due to its powerful skin benefits.
It is a key element in many skin care products, such as serums, creams, and lotions.
Among the benefits of using Vitamin C in your beauty routine are:
- antioxidant effect;
- skin protection from damage caused by UV rays and environmental pollution;
- maintenance of a more elastic and youthful skin;
- reduction of wrinkles and fine lines;
- skin brightening;
- reduction of hyperpigmentation and dark spots;
- improvement of skin radiance;
- anti-inflammatory effect to soothe irritated skin and reduce redness;
- sun protection
Vitamin C in Cosmetic Products
There are different forms of Vitamin C used in cosmetic products, and therefore different names by which Vitamin C can be recognized among the ingredients.
- Ascorbic Acid (or L-ascorbic):
The purest and most potent form of Vitamin C, but also the most unstable and sensitive to light and air. It is often used in high-concentration serums.
- Ascorbyl Palmitate
A more stable form of Vitamin C, fat-soluble, often used in creams and lotions.
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
A water-soluble and more stable form, often used for its ability to penetrate the skin effectively.
- Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
A fat-soluble form that offers greater stability and penetration into the skin.
In skin care, Vitamin C is often found in serums, generally applied after cleansing and before moisturizing cream, anti-aging face creams, masks, boosters, and sunscreens.
But let's focus on body care more generally...
Vitamin C and Beauty Supplements
The oral intake of Vitamin C is undeniably more effective than absorption through the skin; as a result, many supplements use it to achieve faster and more noticeable benefits.
Among the beauty supplements from The Unique Form, products like Collagene Più, Aloe Day Più, and Antiox Vitamin Day utilize the benefits of Vitamin C: let's take a closer look at them.
COLLAGENE PIÙ, a supplement designed for skin, nails, and hair, leverages the power of Vitamin C to improve skin elasticity and tone, stimulating the formation of new collagen and elastin.
It is particularly recommended for use during seasonal changes or shortly before, when skin, hair, and nails are most stressed, weak, and suffering.
ALOE DAY PIÙ - available in green apple flavor, mango and papaya, or lemon - is a dietary supplement based on Aloe, a plant known for its detoxifying action on the body, with added pineapple, Vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium to support the immune system and fluid drainage.
It accelerates metabolism, helps detoxify our body, combats abdominal bloating, aids digestion, decongests the skin, improves bone health, combats cellular aging, and restores electrolyte balance after a workout.
ANTIOX VITAMIN DAY is a dietary supplement based on Vitamin C and red vine, supporting body health by protecting the immune system, contributing to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, normal energy metabolism, and reducing fatigue and tiredness.
