By: Zayna Azimi
You might be used to sipping your Vitamin C in a glass of OJ, but it could be time to start incorporating it in your skincare routine! If you’re looking for a glowier, brighter complexion, Vitamin C may be exactly what you need.
This skincare active acts as an antioxidant which protects your cells from damage, has the ability to lighten dark spots, promotes collagen production, and is an anti-inflammatory agent to fight acne. Long story short? It kinda does everything.
C the Problem?
If you have any experience with Vitamin C you know it can be difficult to use and store. You’re constantly wondering if it’s gone bad— especially when it turns brown, orange, or worse, starts to smell. Vitamin C is sensitive! Exposure to air and light can lead to oxidation and lower its efficacy. This can be a frustrating waste of time and money when your products are rendered useless.
This dilemma inspired cosmetic chemist, Ron Robinson, to create a new way to stabilize Vitamin C for skin care use and launched BeautyStat’s Universal C Skin Refiner. Robinson put their product to the test in an independent clinical trial where 100% of participants noticed a more even skin tone and reduced size of pores. We love brands that clinically test their products!
Founded by a scientist ourselves ;), BiotechBeauty® formulates with naringenin, a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory with benefits similar to those of Vitamin C (since they are both derived from citrus fruits). You'll find it in our BiomeBounce® moisturizer and even in BiomeBlush®! So if glowing, hydrated skin is your goal, products formulated with these citrus-derived compounds are the ones to reach for.
Using Vitamin C The Right Way
For the glow-up to actually show up, use a concentration between 10% to 20%, but if you’re new to Vitamin C, start on the lower end to test the waters and avoid damaging your skin barrier. And don’t forget, when adding a new product to your routine, be sure to check what it can and can’t be paired with! We love this blog by Zensa as it’s the ultimate cheat sheet for Vitamin C pairings.
Our Recommendations
Best for dry skin
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Sunday Riley Vitamin C Serum: this serum will leave your skin looking glowy AND hydrated. This serum utilizes phytosterols that lock in the moisture and allow you to try Vitamin C without drying your skin.
Best for sensitive skin
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Vanicream Vitamin C Serum: packed with Vitamin C and ceramides to help soothe the skin, this formula is perfect for sensitive skin
Best for reducing dark spots
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Tatcha Brightening Serum: this formula utilizes a pro-glutathione antioxidant booster which helps to prevent hyperpigmentation and leads to a more even skin tone.
Best affordable option
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CeraVe Vitamin C Serum: with its low price and concentration, this is a great starting point for beginners to get that glow.
Honorable mentions:
Here are some other hot vitamin C products we love.
XO,
BiotechBeauty®