Which form of vitamin C should I choose for best skin care results?

2025-01-27
Which form of vitamin C should I choose for best skin care results?

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Vitamin C is one of the most widely used ingredients in cosmetics. Its comprehensive antioxidant, brightening and regenerative effects make it indispensable in skin care. However, different forms of vitamin C have different properties and uses. Find out which form of vitamin C will be best for your skin.

Ascorbyl glucoside - a stable and mild form of vitamin C

Ascorbyl glucoside (INCI: Ascorbyl Glucoside) is a vitamin C derivative that is gaining popularity due to its stability i delicacy. It is an ascorbic acid molecule stabilized with glucose. Thanks to this process, this form of vitamin C is much more resistant to external factors such as oxygen and light, which increases its durability in cosmetics.

What distinguishes ascorbyl glucoside?

Gradual release

In the skin, ascorbyl glucoside is enzymatically broken down under the influence of α-glucosidase, which gradually releases pure ascorbic acid. This process ensures a long-lasting effect of the ingredient and reduces the risk of irritation.

Brightening and antioxidant effect

Reduces hyperpigmentation, but has a milder effect compared to pure ascorbic acid. Protects the skin from free radicals, which delays the aging and photoaging processes.

Versatility

Thanks to its mild effect, ascorbyl glucoside is suitable for most skin types, including sensitive, vascular and even rosacea skin types.

In which products you can find ascorbyl glucoside?

FOCUS PIGMENTATION ESSENCE is an intensive blemish-reducing, pore-tightening niacinamide serum with stable vitamin C (ascorbyl glucoside) to provide your skin:

  • brightening effect,
  • constricted pores,
  • regulating sebum secretion,
  • youthful, radiant glow.

FOCUS PIGMENTATION ESSENCE is the answer to the needs of skin struggling with hyperpigmentation: post-sun, acne and hormonal. It will also help eliminate imperfections such as blackheads formed by excessive sebaceous gland activity.

What effects you will notice after regular use FOCUS PIGMENTATION ESSENCE?

After 4 weeks:

  • reducing the incidence of imperfections,
  • healthy matting of the skin.

After 8 weeks:

  • reduction of sebum secretion and signs of fatigue.

C THE GLOW is a brightening and calming water-gel serum with ascorbyl glucoside 10% and troxerutin 1% from Veoli Botanica's expert range of serums.

C THE GLOW cares for the skin in multiple ways:

  • reduces erythema and redness,
  • improves color and adds radiance,
  • soothes and protects against free radicals and photo-aging.

C THE GLOW is suitable for all skin types, but is especially recommended for people with sensitive, vascular skin, with a tendency to rosacea. Thanks to its lightweight formula, it works perfectly under makeup without leaving a sticky feeling or rolling effect.

What effects you will notice after regular use of C THE GLOW?

Immediately:

  • Protection against free radicals.
  • Visible skin brightening.

After 4 weeks:

  • Evening out the color.
  • Reduction of redness and calming of the skin.

After 8 weeks:

  • Smoothing out wrinkles.
  • Restores radiance and thickens skin, making capillaries less visible.

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate - the ester power of vitamin C

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate (INCI: Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) is one of the most stable forms of vitamin C. It is characterized by high stability, excellent assimilability and gentleness in action. Penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin showing a brightening effect on discoloration and stimulating collagen synthesis.

What distinguishes ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate?

Stability

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate is one of the most stable forms of vitamin C, which means it does not undergo rapid oxidation or degradation in cosmetic products. Remains active for a long time, even in oil formulas.

Assimilation

It penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin, so it works effectively at the cellular level, stimulating regeneration and collagen production.

Mildness

It is gentle even on sensitive, dry and mature skin.

In which products you will find ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate?

ELIXIR OF YOUTH is a brightening and revitalizing emulsion serum with ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate 5% and troxerutin 1%. It is ideal for those who are looking for effective anti-aging care and a healthy, radiant appearance.

Expert serum formula ELIXIR OF YOUTH was developed to give the best possible results on the skin:

  • smooths out wrinkles,
  • lightens pigmentation discoloration and prevents the formation of new ones,
  • reduces redness and protects against free radicals and premature skin aging,
  • promotes collagen production and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

ELIXIR OF YOUTH is recommended for all skin types, especially sensitive, dry and mature skin. Does not roll or sticky, is suitable under makeup.

What effects you will notice after regular use of ELIXIR OF YOUTH?

Immediately:

  • intensive hydration and brightening of the complexion,
  • effective protection against free radicals.

After 4 weeks:

  • visible skin brightening and nourishment,
  • reduction of first pigmentation discoloration and fine lines resulting from dehydration.

After 8 weeks:

  • smoothing the skin and restoring its natural radiance,
  • reducing older hyperpigmentation and reducing the length and depth of wrinkles,
  • improve skin density and reduce the appearance of blood vessels.

GOOD TO C YOU is an antioxidant brightening concentrate with ultra-stable forms of vitamin C. The use of two top quality vitamin C in high concentrations ensures:

  • hydration,
  • effective antioxidant activity,
  • protection against photoaging,
  • lighten hyperpigmentation and prevent its formation,
  • firmness and elasticity of the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

GOOD TO C YOU it is dedicated to skin with hyperpigmentation, tired, graying and acne-prone skin. Emulsion texture makes it quickly absorbed and does not leave a greasy film.

What effects you will notice after regular use GOOD TO C YOU?

Immediately:

  • protection against free radicals and photo-aging.

After 4 weeks:

  • skin hydration,
  • reduction of discoloration and fine lines.

After 8 weeks:

  • smoothing and restoring radiance to the skin,
  • wrinkle reduction.

3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid - a modern and stable form of vitamin C

3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid (INCI: 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) is an advanced derivative of vitamin C, considered one of the most stable hydrophilic forms of. It combines high effectiveness with gentleness, so it can be used even on sensitive skin.

What distinguishes 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid?

Stability and effectiveness

3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid has exceptional stability, both in the cosmetic formulation and on the skin. It is resistant to light, oxygen and high temperatures, making it an ideal ingredient for long-term use.

Direct action

This form of vitamin C does not require conversion in the skin, which increases its effectiveness. Directly promotes collagen synthesis, lightens hyperpigmentation and has an antioxidant effect.

Security

Even in high concentrations (up to 20%), 3-O-ethyl acid is well tolerated by the skin, making it suitable for people with sensitive skin.

In which products you can find 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid?

GODDESS SKIN is a brightening and soothing water-gel serum with ethylated ascorbic acid 10% and EGCG 0.5%. This is a serum from the expert line of vitamin C serums that effectively:

  • lightens pigmentation and acne discoloration,
  • evens out skin tone,
  • soothes redness,
  • protects the skin from free radicals
  • counteracts the signs of premature aging.

GODDESS SKIN works well for all skin types, in particular: sensitive skin and skin prone to irritation, skin with pigmentation and acne blemishes, combination skin and skin prone to clogging. Thanks to its lightweight formula, the serum is quickly absorbed, does not sticky and is ideal under makeup.

What effects you will notice after regular use GODDESS SKIN?

Immediately:

  • effective protection against free radicals,
  • clear complexion illumination.

After 4 weeks:

  • even skin tone and hydration.
  • reduce the appearance of fine lines and shallower discoloration.

After 8 weeks:

  • smoothing the skin and reducing older pigmentation and acne blemishes,
  • restoration of skin radiance and elasticity.

3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid is included in the concentrate discussed above GOOD TO C YOU. By combining the two most stable and highly effective forms of vitamin C - 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid at 10% and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate at 5% - it provides comprehensive protection against hyperpigmentation, photoaging and oxidative stress.

You want to include vitamin C in your skin care, but don't know how to do it? Make an appointment at free consultation with our experts. During the meeting, our cosmetologists will analyze your current care, answer your questions and, most importantly, prepare a personalized care plan according to the needs of your skin.

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