Vitamin C skincare is very useful as an anti-wrinkle cream, but the effectiveness of this vitamin depends wholly on the type of the vitamin and it’s particular concentration and means of storage. To add to the confusion, your choice may depend on the price. Is the product dearer to buy than another similar product?

To be able to know what type of vitamin C would be best for you and your skin, you need to know the difference between between the different types and what they are normally used for. I have listed the main three types of vitamin C skincare all with a brief description of what they will do and the best way to use them for your skin type.

 Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, also known as MAP is a derivative of vitamin C that will help increase the collagen in your skin. This type of vitamin C is a very stable type which means it does not oxidize rapidly. It can even be used on sensitive skin as it is very gentle. To stop MAP from degrading and oxidizing it is best to store it in a cool dry place.

L-ascorbic acid is a natural type of vitamin C. This form of the vitamin must be properly stored. L-ascorbic acid does have its disadvantages: it degrades very quickly when exposed to air, heat or sunlight and can be very irritating to sensitive skin types. It is recommended by professionals that if you do not know the correct way of using this type of acid, do not use it. L-ascorbic acid is not suitable for people with rosacea or sensitive skin.

 Ascorbyl Palmitate is similar to the MAP type of vitamin C, but does not work quite as quickly or quite as effectively as the former. Much like L-ascorbic acid; it must be carefully stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place, as this type of vitamin tends to degenerate very fast. To be able to achieve the effects of collagen boosting with this type of vitamin, you must use it a lot more frequently and in much larger doses than you would have to use with MAP.

 

Make sure you know what exact ingredients any vitamin C skincare contains before buying. Some manufacturers add different types of vitamin C that not only stop the effects of the vitamin but can also be dangerous for your skin. By checking what ingredients the products have you’ll be better equipped to choose the best one for you.

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