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Using vitamin C on the face is an excellent strategy to eliminate the spots caused by the sun, leaving the skin more uniform. Vitamin C products also contribute to eliminate wrinkles and expression lines by stimulating the formation of collagen, in addition to having excellent antioxidant action, which protects cell DNA against aging.
The main benefits of using vitamin C on the face are:
- Combat the first signs of skin aging;
- Lighten the skin, fighting the spots caused by the sun, acne or freckles;
- Mitigate wrinkles and expression lines;
- Protect cells from the action of free radicals, as it is an antioxidant;
- Moisturize the skin to the right extent, without leaving it oily.
The best way to enjoy all the benefits of vitamin C is to include a cream with vitamin C in the daily routine ofskincare, applying it once a day, after washing the face with water and soap for the face. See how to create a routineskincare to have perfect skin.
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Creams with vitamin C for the face
Some examples of creams with vitamin C for the face are:
- Vitamin C complex, from Payot.
- Kit with Improve C Mousse + Improve C Eyes, by Dermage.
- Active C, by La Roche Posay.
- Hinode anti-aging capsules with vitamin C.
The manipulated vitamin C is also an excellent option when compared to the other brands, because in the manipulation pharmacy you can use higher concentrations of vitamin C than in the cosmetic industry. While in the manipulation pharmacy you can order a vitamin C cream for the face with up to 20% vitamin C, the other brands sell creams with concentrations ranging from 2 to 10%.
How to make a homemade vitamin C mask
In addition to creams, another good way to use the benefits of vitamin C for the face is to apply a homemade mask prepared with powdered vitamin C, flaxseed and honey.
Before applying this treatment mask, the skin should be properly cleaned with a piece of cotton and cleaning lotion to remove all dirt and oil from the skin, but if you prefer, you can do a homemade exfoliation. Check out the steps to do a homemade skin cleansing.
Ingredients
- 1 coffee spoon of vitamin C powder;
- 1 coffee spoon of ground flaxseed;
- 1 tablespoon of honey.
Preparation mode
Mix the ingredients and apply directly to the properly cleaned face, allowing to act for about 10 to 15 minutes. After that, you should wash your face and moisturize your skin using a moisturizer suitable for your skin type. Vitamin C creams are also a good option to use after the mask. This mask should be used 1 to 2 times a week.
Attention: vitamin C powder can be found in drugstores.
Can pregnant woman use vitamin C mask?
Pregnant women can also use vitamin C creams for the face to lighten the blemishes caused by pregnancy, but it is important to know that because these blemishes are caused by hormonal factors, they can take longer to disappear.
Created by: Tua Saúde Editorial Team
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