It is a water-soluble vitamin, with great antioxidant action.
Generally the body contains vitamin C (liver, pituitary gland, adrenal glands, leukocytes...) and with daily food a sufficient amount of vitamin C is ingested, although on some occasions it can be reduced and then we need a supplement.
Vitamin C is very labile and oxidizes very easily both in cooking due to temperature and air and sunlight. 1 glass of fresh orange juice provides 15 to 35 mg of vitamin C.
The recommended maximums are up to 2000 mg/day, although an excess of vitamin C would be eliminated through the urine as it is a water-soluble vitamin, so it is not a problem nor does it present toxicity, although an excess of it can cause certain states of depression. nervousness.
FUNCTIONS OF VITAMIN C
– Helps the absorption of iron in the stomach.
– It acts as an essential cofactor in the synthesis of collagen, making it essential in the maintenance of connective tissues and bones.
– It is given defensive actions against diseases such as flu, colds, degenerative pathologies in general and of course skin aging.
– “Vitamin C helps generate collagen. Collagen is the protein that gives firmness to the skin and stimulates youthfulness of the skin.”
– Antioxidant action and neutralization of free radicals: Reduces lipid peroxidation (LDL or low density responsible for arteriosclerosis), Reduces oxidative damage to DNA and oxidative damage to proteins, Closely linked to cholesterol metabolism by bile acids.
– Prevention in the formation of carcinomas: It has an important role in the formation of carcinogens in the gastrointestinal tract. It prevents the formation of skin tumors due to the damage caused by UVA-UVB rays to cellular DNA.
– Helps the production of neurotransmitters such as Serotonin and norepinephrine; as well as the synthesis of carnitine, a fundamental element in the transport of fatty elements to the mitochondria to improve energy intake.
Some situations may cause us to need a greater intake of vitamin C:
– Like stress, during growth, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
– People who are exposed to colds.
– Some drugs that, due to their composition, require more input, such as oral contraceptives, antibiotics or cortisone.
– Atmospheric pollutants, people exposed to smoke or other environmental pollutants.
– Alcohol, alcoholic people need a greater intake of vitamin C because they have a greater amount of free radicals.
– Tobacco, (one cigarette destroys 25 to 100 mg of vitamin C), which causes oxidation of the body, which is why oral supplementation is practically essential for smokers.
HOW DOES IT ACT ON OUR SKIN?
By being part of the synthesis of COLLAGEN, vitamin C helps prevent skin aging and limits the damage caused by free radicals.
The amount of collagen in the skin declines with age, exposure to sun rays, tobacco, free radicals, etc.
Topical vitamin C is one of the most effective methods in collagen synthesis.
Although oral vitamin C is very important for overall health, it is not as effective in maintaining the skin's natural beauty as topical vitamin C can be.
We know that topical antioxidants can be easily absorbed by the skin, although once applied they must be kept on the skin and not washed off.
Applying topical vitamin C is 20 times more powerful on the skin than taking it orally since, since it is water-soluble, excess vitamin C is excreted through urine.
Vitamin C is highly antioxidant due to its great capacity to capture free radicals.
The effectiveness is such that studies show that it acts to reduce wrinkles, skin tone and firmness, especially in photo-aged skin.
It is also very effective on acne-prone skin, preventing and reducing acne lesions.
In short FOR OUR SKIN!!!
Protects skin cells and prevents UV damage to the skin
Improves the appearance of photo-aged skin
Improves the skin's protective barrier
Reduces inflammation
It stimulates collagen production
Improves the effectiveness of peels and dermabrasion
Reduces skin hyperpigmentation
WHAT TYPE OF VITAMIN C SHOULD WE USE?, WHY IS SUCH A DIFFERENCE IN PRICES?
As we already know, vitamin C is water-soluble and highly labile; upon contact with air it oxidizes easily.
Although vitamin C is one of the really effective components for wrinkles and fine lines, the lack of stability makes this a problem.
When the cream with vitamin C changes color it means that it has been oxidized, and oxidized vitamin C contains a large amount of free radicals so it is not convenient at all.
This is why other forms of vitamin C are used.
We recommend the latest technology from Germaine de Capuccini, “Timexpert C+ (AGE). It combines the extract of UME (Japanese plum), derived from vit C (VC-IP), a compound stable to heat and oxidation, which once absorbed into the skin decomposes in the form of pure vitamin C and olive leaf extracts. Cream/ emulsion, serums, flash ampoules
-Indicated for sallow and dull skin with a lack of light and radiance.
-Matte and dehydrated skin, with a lack of cellular vitality.
-Fatigued and flaccid skin that needs a specific cure or a deep treatment.
