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Vitamin C

A reset button for dull, tired skin.

Vitamin C has earned its place as one of skincare’s most trusted ingredients — brightening, firming, and deeply restorative. This powerful antioxidant defends against daily stressors while revealing your skin’s natural glow. Whether you’re looking to fade dark spots or hyperpigmentation, soften fine lines, or protect against sun damage, Vitamin C is a tried-and-true essential that works across all skin types.

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Yes — most sensitive skin can tolerate Vitamin C when it’s introduced slowly and in the right form. If you have reactive skin, try a powder form so you can adjust the strength and avoid irritation.
Absolutely. Recent research shows that these two ingredients can enhance each other’s benefits — Vitamin C brightens while niacinamide calms and strengthens the barrier. Use them together in serum or layer separately.
Morning is ideal because Vitamin C helps protect against free radicals and UV damage throughout the day. Always follow with SPF.
Pure ascorbic acid is unstable and can oxidize when exposed to air or light. Choose a stabilized formula (like Avalon Rose Botanicals Antiox CF powder) and store in a cool, dark place to maintain potency.
Yes — but alternate application times. Use Vitamin C in the morning for antioxidant protection and retinol at night for cell renewal to avoid irritation.
Most people notice a brighter complexion within 2–4 weeks of consistent use, with firmer, smoother skin appearing after 6–8 weeks.
L-ascorbic acid is the most studied and potent, while derivatives like ascorbyl glucoside or THD ascorbate offer more stability for sensitive skin types.
Yes — its anti-inflammatory and brightening properties help fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and support skin healing after breakouts.
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