​These Are the Amazing Benefits of Vitamin C for Your Skin

It's never too early to start taking care of your skin.

Between daily cleansing, exfoliating, hydrating and treating, there are so many products  and regimens to choose from. However the one thing every skincare routine needs, no matter your age or skin type, is a vitamin C serum. Vitamin C is one of the buzziest ingredients in skincare—but what does it actually do for your complexion?

Below, the seven benefits of incorporating a vitamin C-rich serum into your routine.

Promotes Collagen Production

Collagen is what keeps our skin looking supple and youthful. Even though you might not have a shortage of collagen now, antioxidant-rich vitamin C helps maintain and promote collagen production, which can benefit you as you get older by reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Reduces Under Eye Circles

Have dark circles from late night study sessions or a night out with friends? Vitamin C works hard to even out skin tone and helps reduce under eye circles and discoloration.

 

Protects Against Sun Damage & Heals Sunburns

Because vitamin C is an antioxidant, it works to repel things that try and harm your skin—like the sun! Vitamin C helps protect your skin from the sun's UVA and UVB rays. Now don't go tossing your SPF just yet—vitamin C is not an alternative to sunscreen, but when used together, they can make magic. Also if you happen to get a sunburn, it helps speed up the recovery process.

 

Speeds Up Natural Healing Process

Actually, vitamin C helps speed up the body and face-healing process as a whole. If you suffer from a nasty breakout or blemish on your face, vitamin C will speed along the recovery process.

 

Increases Hydration + Moisture

Yes, vitamin C helps with hydration and moisture as well. If dryness is your thing, then you need to start incorporating a vitamin C serum ASAP. Because of the high concentration of vitamins, it soaks your skin with essential nutrients that help combat dry skin.

 

Brighter, Healthier Skin

When you hear vitamin C, the word "brightness" or "brightening" usually follows. This is because strong concentrations of L-absorbic acid (which is what vitamin C is) polishes dull, lackluster skin to reveal a smoother, brighter, healthier complexion.

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Reduces Inflammation

If you're someone who deals with puffiness, vitamin C will quickly become your new go-to. Vitamin C is loaded with anti-inflammatory properties that will help soothe and calm a puffy face or eyes.

 

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