Which Type of Vitamin C Skincare Sould I Use?

Vitamin C skincare is very useful as an anti-wrinkle cream, but the effectiveness of this vitamin depends wholly on the type of the vitamin and it’s particular concentration and means of storage. To add to the confusion, your choice may depend on the price. Is the product more expensive than another similar product?

To be able to know what type of vitamin C would be best for you and your skin, you need to know the difference between them and what they are normally used for. Below are listed the main three types of vitamin C skincare all with a short description of what they are and the best way to use them for your skin type.

 Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, (MAP) is a derivative of vitamin C that will help increase the collagen in your skin. This type of vitamin C is a very stable type and does not degrade as fast. it is so gentle, it can be safely used on sensitive skin. To stop MAP from degenerating it is best to store it in a cool dry place.

L-ascorbic acid is a natural type of vitamin C. This form of the vitamin must be properly stored. L-ascorbic acid certainly has: it degrades very quickly when exposed to sunlight and air and can be very irritating to certain skin types. It is recommended by professionals that if you do not know the correct way of using L-ascorbic acid, It’s best to avoid it. L-ascorbic acid is unsuitable for people with rosacea or sensitive skin.

 Ascorbyl Palmitate is similar to the MAP type of vitamin C, but isn’t quite as quick or effective as the former. Much like L-ascorbic acid; it must be carefully stored in an airtight container in a cool dark place, as this type of vitamin tends to degenerate very fast. To have a collagen boosting effect, Ascorbyl Palmitate has to be used more frequently and in much larger doses than you would have to use with MAP.

 

Before purchasing any vitamin C skincare products make sure you know what type of vitamin C they contain. Some manufacturers mix various types of vitamin C that not only stop the effects of the vitamin but can also be dangerous for your skin. By checking each of the ingredients the product contains you’ll be better equipped to choose the best one for you.