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Can Topical Vitamin C Improve Aging Skin?
By Dr. Kristie
Vitamin C is an antioxidant vitamin, so it’s not surprising that it plays a role in skin aging. A trip down the aisle of the cosmetic section of the drugstore shows that it’s a common ingredient in anti-aging creams and lotions used to treat aging skin. Is vitamin C good for skin and can it really help to reduce visible signs of skin aging?
Is Vitamin C Good for Skin?
Some studies looking at topical vitamin C and its effect on skin aging show it has benefits. One study showed that a ten percent solution of ascorbic acid applied to the skin reduces skin redness from exposure to UVB rays from the sun.
In another trial, participants applied a serum containing vitamin C along with zinc and tyrosine to their skin for ninety days.
At the end of the three months, they experienced improvements in the signs of skin aging – including decreased wrinkling and roughness. Skin felt smoother and had an overall better texture. Topical vitamin C has even more benefits when it’s combined with glycolic acid.
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