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TOPICAL VITAMIN CThe best & most cost-effective Vitamin C skin care products available.Our LK Skin Care line of Vitamin C products includes:
What does vitamin C do?Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, has the ability to neutralize or counteract damage to cells caused by free radicals which are believed to be a main cause of aging. How does topical vitamin C work?Increasingly, research has shown that adding topical vitamin C to skin can stimulate the production of collagen, a protein which helps form the skin’s supporting structure. Normally as we age, collagen degenerates, and as a result, our skin wrinkles. Collagen plumps up the skin creating a smoother surface with fewer lines and wrinkles. Can I get the same results from taking vitamin C internally?No. Although vitamin C stimulates collagen production in the skin, it is very difficult to get high enough concentrations when taken internally. Vitamin C has to be delivered onto and absorbed into the skin in order to be effective. How long do I need to use topical vitamin C?No one knows how long the positive results of topical vitamin C persist after discontinuing its use. Since aging is an ongoing process, presumably any therapeutic treatment must be continued long-term. Does topical vitamin C have any negative side effects?Topical vitamin C is very well tolerated by most people’s skin. On rare occasions some mild dryness or flaking may be noted, but this is easily treated with a moisturizer. Do I need to protect my skin while using vitamin C?Topical vitamin C doesn’t sensitize the skin to sunlight. Actually, there is some evidence that topical vitamin C has a protective effect against sun damage. Even so, since most aging is caused by the cumulative effects of sun exposure, we recommend you apply a sunscreen daily with a protection factor of at least 15. How do I use vitamin C?A small amount of vitamin C should be applied to the face in the morning and at night before going to bed. How soon will I notice a change in my skin?This varies with each individual. Some may see changes as soon as two to four weeks while others may take as long as six to eight weeks. A maximum effect will occur at about six months. |
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