Homemade Vitamin C serum ...Just Mesmerising
Of all the buzz beauty ingredients out there, Vitamin C is one that has stood the test of time and science. Yep, it actually works to combat the signs of aging, wrinkles, skin pigmentation, age spots and sun damage! Yay! It is a powerful antioxidant and helps in the synthesis of collagen - a protein that gives your skin its elasticity. Young skin is full of vitamin C, but as we age we naturally loose it over time. Taking vit C in a supplement or with food is great for your health, but topical application is by far the most effective way to improve your skin. The beauty industry are onto this, and topical vitamin C is sold in a wide range of products from serum to lotions containing between 3% - 10% of powdered vitamin C in the form of L-ascorbic acid. Vitamin C is a volatile antioxidant which deteriorates in the presence of air and light. Even the most expensive serums must use artificial preservatives and fillers to extend their shelf life. Many products are colou...