ABOUT L-ASCORBIC ACID

Vitamin-C (L-Ascorbic Acid) is a powerful water-soluble antioxidant and an essential nutrient for cells. Unfortunately, humans are unable to synthesize this vitamin due to mutation of the gene needed for its synthesis. Therefore we must get vitamin-c thru food and supplements. In dermatology Vitamin C is used as a treatment modality in depigmenting hyperpigmented spots on the skin. Vitamin-C can be used topically, transdermal (thru patches) , as well as intravenously [a lot of DIY beauty people do Skin Whitening I.V. bags at home and in spas, vitamin-c is always included in that skin whitening cocktail]. Although Vitamin-C is a very powerful antioxidant it is highly susceptible to oxidation itself. It is highly unstable, and can be rendered inactive if exposed to sunlight, oxygen, heat over 103 degrees, and metal. Although water soluble, the oxygen in water also renders the vitamin-C inactive, so mixing vitamin-C powder with plain water isn’t a good serum, it will turn amber shortly afterwards indicating the vitamin-c has oxidized. Because of this instability, Vitamin-C is more complicated to work with in formulating a stable product, which is why merchants justify the high price of Vitamin-C serums ($149-$180for 1oz -2oz bottle!) Vitamin C plays many significant functions in the body.

L-ASCORBIC ACID BENEFITS:
• Vital for the growth and maintenance of healthy bones, teeth, gums, ligaments and blood vessels

• Aids in the absorption of iron and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane), and will boost the efficacy of any oral supplement if taken with it.

• Involved in important metabolic functions.

• Stimulates certain enzymes, collagen biosynthesis, hormonal activation, detoxification of histamine, phagocytic functions of leukocytes, formation of nitrosamine and proline hydroxylation.

• Required for the hydroxylation of prolyl and lysyl residues during collagen biosynthesis, which is essential for wound healing. Vitamin C also regulates the urinary excretion of hydroxyproline.

• Associated with reduction in incidence of cancer. Vitamin C is effective in protecting against oxidative damage in tissues and also suppresses the formation of carcinogens like nitrosamines.

• Vitamin C increases the levels of antibodies that fight against germs and viruses.

• It is an essential nutrient for the biosynthesis of collagen, L-carnitine and the conversion of dopamine to norepinephrine

• Vitamin C plays a role in photoprotection, skin strengthening, immunomodulation and cancer

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VITAMIN-C MECHANISM OF SKIN LIGHTENING

Vitamin-C interacts with the copper (Cu) ions at the tyrosinase active site and inhibits action of the enzyme tyrosinase, thereby reducing melanin formation. It also acts on the perifollicular pigment. Which means that Vitamin-C lightens hair also (especially if mixed with hydrogen peroxide). Vitamin C was found to be effective in depigmentation as a result of its direct effect on melanogenesis. Melanin is said to be a reservoir for reactive oxygen species (ROS), Cu and calcium (Ca) within the cells. Following its entry into the target tissue, it binds to melanin. This causes a deficiency of the ROS, Cu and Ca, resulting in reduction of melanin production. Vitamin-C can lighten skin thru topical application, oral supplements, and applied thru I.V. All of these routes can be combined to boost skin lightening results.Oral Vitamin-C raises glutathione leves, which causes skin to lighten thru oral skin whitening. This is also covered in the posts MSM Skin Whitening & Best Skin Whitening Pills.

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VITAMIN-C ENHANCES EVERYTHING

Both oral & topical Vitamin-C enhances other vitamins, supplements, and active ingredients. Vitamin-C enhances the absorption of oral supplements: Iron, MSM, and Hyaluronic Acid, just to name a few. Simply add 6000mg of Vitamin-C to your oral daily supplements, this will enhance any skin whitening results while using topical skin bleaching creams. And as always, please remember you must exfoliate your skin separately in order to see any results from any skin whitening products.

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VITAMIN-C EFFICACY & ABSORPTION

L-Ascorbic Acid serums need to be acidic in order to keep the ascorbic acid in it active. These serums must acidic in order for the skin to absorb it, a low pH of approximately 3.5 for optimal absorption. This is why L-Ascorbic Acid works so well with strong chemical peels like TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid), the ‘VI peel’ is popular for ethnic skin. L-Ascorbic Acid serums should’t contain any oils/butters which will prevent absorption. In order for L-Ascorbic Acid serums to work 100% it shouldn’t be mixed with oils, creams, lotions, greases, or butters. L-Ascorbic Acid serums also shouldn’t be applied to skin that has oils, creams, lotions, greases, or butters on it. Just like *lemon juice, L-Ascorbic Acid serums should be applied to freshly washed skin, allowed to fully absorb, then proceed with applying creams lotions etc. L-Ascorbic Acid is a water soluble acid and all of the above oil/butters will prevent the vitamin-c from penetrating the skin. It’s the same as when you use Vaseline to protect skin areas that aren’t being treated during a chemical peel. If you have used a L-Ascorbic Acid serums “cream” and actually got some positive results, that was probably oil-soluble L-Ascorbic Acid derivative and not pure “L-Ascorbic Acid”. 3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid is an oil-soluble form of vitamin-c, therefore you don’t have to worry about any of the above issues. [*Lemon Juice: As I have suggested in my skin whitening guide about applying fresh lemon juice after washing your face, before applying your skin bleach will boost skin whitening results or give ‘faster’ skin lightening]

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HOW TO PROPERLY USE VITAMIN-C SERUMS

L-Ascorbic Acid serums generally sting the skin like lemon juice does, but the stinging subsides after it absorbs into the skin. This Type I VC Serum (L-Ascorbic Acid serum) serum is very strong, stronger than most on the market. This Type I VC serum can be applied to the body and face. Especially for your face, you must dilute this serum until your skin can take such a high percentage of L-Ascorbic Acid. For best results, only apply this Type I VC Serum to freshly washed skin. Allow it to fully absorb. Then you can proceed with applying your other creams lotions butters & serums. With Type II VC Serum Serum (3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid) you must also dilute it until your skin becomes acclimated to the high percentage of EAC. Apply Type II VC Serum to clean dry skin, you can dilute it with your favorite lotions/ butters/ oils

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INGREDIENTS

Active Ingredients: L-Ascorbic Acid 30% Inactive Ingredients: Ferulic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Citric Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Distilled Water, Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Grain Alcohol (food grade).