Why is vitamin C in skin care products?
ANSWER
As you age, your body makes less collagen and elastin, which keep skin strong, flexible, and resilient. The antioxidants in vitamin C may boost the amount of collagen and minimize fine lines, wrinkles, and scars.
Reviewed by Debra Jaliman on August 27, 2019
SOURCES:
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: “Acai.”
Marilyn Berzin, MD, dermatologist, DC Derm Docs, Washington, DC.
Hoppe, U. Biofactors, 1999.
Blatt, T. European Journal of Geriatrics, 1999.
University of Maryland Medical Center: ''Alpha-lipoic acid.''
Kawasumi, M. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, August 16, 2011.
Kaczvinsky, J. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, September, 2009.
Blatt T. Zeitschrift für Gerontologie und Geriatrie, April 1999.
SOURCES:
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: “Acai.”
Marilyn Berzin, MD, dermatologist, DC Derm Docs, Washington, DC.
Hoppe, U. Biofactors, 1999.
Blatt, T. European Journal of Geriatrics, 1999.
University of Maryland Medical Center: ''Alpha-lipoic acid.''
Kawasumi, M. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, August 16, 2011.
Kaczvinsky, J. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, September, 2009.
Blatt T. Zeitschrift für Gerontologie und Geriatrie, April 1999.
THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and should not be relied on to make decisions about your health. Never ignore professional medical advice in seeking treatment because of something you have read on the WebMD Site. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor or dial 911.
This tool does not provide medical advice. See additional information.