Fun Fact Friday - "C" The Difference: Did You Know. . .

Fun Fact 1: Vitamin C Absorbs Quickly

Did you know that once it is applied topically, Vitamin C is instantly absorbed and will stay in your outer skin layer for 72 hours? Fun Fact 2: Vitamin C Helps Reduce Inflammation

Vitamin C can help to reduce inflammation caused by irritation and breakouts. It promotes collagen synthesis and wound healing, it also aids skin recovery after an acne breakout. Fun Fact 3: Vitamin C and Sunlight

Vitamin C doesn't make your skin more vulnerable to sunburn. It may actually help decrease skin stress from UV light exposure. (However, it is always 100% recommended to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen when you're outside!)

Fun Fact 4: Vitamin C and Enzymes

Vitamin C helps with the formation of enzymes that regulate processes within the body. For example, when taken internally it helps with the absorption of iron.

Fun Fact 5: Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Combo

Vitamin C and Hyaluronic acid are a match made in skin heaven. Hyaluronic

Fun Fact 6: Vitamin C in Your Diet

Our bodies do not produce Vitamin C, so it must be sourced through diet, supplements or topically. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, berries, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and spinach.

Brighten up with Vitamin C

The skin brightening properties of Vitamin C help you achieve that natural glow. This month, try incorporating our Vitamin C Combo (Serum and Moisturizer), during our May Special to help combat pigmentation and stimulate collagen and elastin production. (And if you want to "C" maximum results - book a Vitamin C Treatment, also part of the May Spa Special.)

Vitamin C is a super antioxidant and its properties help accelerate the skin’s healing processes and protect your skin from UV rays, pollution and free radicals, making it a must-have to soothe and heal stressed, sun-damaged skin, brighten and smooth uneven tone and texture.