When your skin looks dull, uneven, or tired, Vitamin C might be the brightening hero you’ve been missing. Loved by pro facialists like me, Vitamin C is one of the most effective ingredients for achieving radiant, healthy, and even-toned skin.
What Makes Vitamin C So Special?
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a powerful antioxidant that protects your skin from daily stressors like pollution, UV damage, and environmental toxins. It helps neutralise free radicals (tiny unstable molecules that accelerate ageing) and supports the production of collagen, the protein responsible for firm, plump skin.
In short, it’s both a protector and a rejuvenator.
Benefits for All Skin Types and Tones
- Brighter, More Even Skin:
Vitamin C helps reduce the look of dark spots, sun damage, and hyperpigmentation – common concerns for all skin tones, especially deeper ones that may be more prone to post-inflammatory pigmentation after acne or irritation. - Stronger, Firmer Skin:
By stimulating collagen, Vitamin C helps smooth fine lines and improve skin elasticity, keeping your complexion youthful and supple. - Protection Against Environmental Damage:
Vitamin C acts like a shield, minimising damage from UV exposure, pollution, and blue light, all of which can accelerate dullness and premature ageing. - Healthier Glow:
Regular use restores radiance, giving your skin that “lit-from-within” look that makeup can’t replicate.
Vitamin C for Skin of Colour
For melanin-rich skin, Vitamin C is especially beneficial. It helps fade dark marks and even skin tone without causing irritation or bleaching. Unlike harsh brightening agents, it supports the skin’s natural pigment balance, promoting a smoother, more luminous complexion.
Look for formulas with gentle derivatives like magnesium ascorbyl phosphate or sodium ascorbyl phosphate, which are effective and less likely to cause sensitivity.
How to Use Vitamin C
Apply Vitamin C serum in the morning, after cleansing and before moisturiser and SPF. Consistency is key – daily use delivers the best results. Always pair it with sunscreen to enhance protection and prevent new pigmentation from forming.
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