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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A well known cleaning and hygiene agent active ingredient. Effective grease-dissolving compound.
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Epilobium angustifolium extract has strong anti-inflammatory properties.
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It facilitates the healing process, reduces the appearance of scars, and calms inflammation.
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Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, a valuable cell communication active ingredient in skin care.
