Vitamin C – what we should know about it

Collagen is nothing more than a protein composed of three intertwined chains. When they are tightly twisted together, our skin is firm and beautiful regardless of what we eat and what diet we use. Unfortunately, with age, the collagen structure loosens and damages. It manifests itself in wrinkles, sagging, and drooping. Scientific research proves that vitamin C effectively improves the production of this protein. It can even increase its production 8 times! No wonder that it is a very important ingredient in anti-aging cosmetics.

Is vitamin C added to cosmetics safe in summer?

Vitamin C has photoprotective properties – against UVA and UVB radiation. Exposure to UVA is responsible for photoaging, i.e. it leads to discoloration and wrinkles, and UVB is responsible for sunburn. Ascorbic acid is not a sunscreen, but in combination with SPF creams, it increases its protective effect.