Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
INCI Name: Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is involved in various enzyme reactions, among other things it promotes collagen synthesis and acts as a radical scavenger. It is added to cosmetics mainly because of its antioxidant effect, to prevent the oxidative deterioration of the product on the one hand, and to protect the skin from oxidative stress on the other. The cosmetic active ingredients used include ascorbic acid and more stable ascorbic acid esters (e.g. ascorbyl palmitate or ascorbyl phosphate).
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LEUPHASYL® peptide by Lubrizol is an anti-wrinkle agent.
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Ginkgo biloba is native to China, where it has been used in traditional medicine.
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Rich in ceramides, prevents water loss, protects and makes the skin soft and elastic.
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An essential oil with antiviral, antibacterial, decongestant, energizing properties.
