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- Hwahae UserDehydrated SkinAcne SkinSensitive SkinJan 4, 2025
I've chosen to use a 23% oil-soluble Vitamin C serum because highly concentrated pure Vitamin C can be irritating and has many restrictions on what you can use with it, like retinol or chemical exfoliants. The advantage is that there's no irritation or burning sensation when applying. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, being a lipid-soluble precursor to L-Ascorbic acid, can reportedly penetrate cell membranes in a stable form and convert to Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic acid) by enzymes in the skin. Its silky emulsion texture absorbs well, making it suitable for oily and combination dehydrated skin types. The addition of glutathione boosts its antioxidant properties, making it perfect for consistent use when pure Vitamin C isn't an option. I'm thrilled with how quickly it brightened my complexion. The price is quite steep, so I'm unsure about repurchasing. I think it would be even better for managing hyperpigmentation and dark spots if it included ingredients like alpha-bisabolol or arbutin. Research suggests that Vitamin C derivatives like Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) can be more effective than chemical peels. Cosmetic ingredients are evolving to improve Vitamin C's stability and absorption. Its powerful antioxidant action inhibits the oxidation of tyrosine (an initial substance in melanin production) into melanin. It also reduces eumelanin (the dark brown oxidized form of melanin) to pheomelanin (a lighter reddish-yellow form), contributing to its skin-brightening effects.