SkinCeuticals marked the 7th Annual Vitamin C Day by debunking top misconceptions about Vitamin C in skincare.
Myth: A higher percentage of vitamin C means a more effective product.
Fact: The ideal concentration of pure vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) in an antioxidant serum falls between 10% and 20%, at a pH level between 2.0 and 3.5.
Myth: All vitamin C serums are the same.
Fact: There are distinct vitamin C formulations that address different skin concerns. For example, SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic is for normal to dry skin and corrects eight signs of aging, including fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone, discoloration, and loss of firmness.
Myth: All vitamin C serums work the same across all skin tones.
Fact: Not all vitamin C serums have been tested across all Fitzpatrick skin types. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic has been and specifically addresses concerns on deeper skin tones such as visible post-acne scars, plumpness, pores, and redness.
Myth: Men don’t need vitamin C in their skincare routine.
Fact: Men’s skin is equally vulnerable to environmental aggressors like pollution, UV rays, and metals.
Myth: Vitamin C is only necessary later in life.
Fact: By incorporating vitamin C early, users can effectively prevent and correct visible signs of skin aging.
Myth: You can’t use vitamin C if you have acne-prone skin.
Fact: Some Vitamin C serums such as Silymarin CF are designed specifically for blemish-prone skin.
