ASCORBIC ACID/ORANGE/LEMON/BITTER ORANGE POLYPEPTIDES

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

✨ Role: Ascorbic acid, better known as vitamin C, is a powerful antioxidant that helps brighten skin tone, stimulate collagen production and reduce signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles. It also protects the skin against damage caused by free radicals and UV rays.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Safe

✨ Vegan: Yes

✨ Worth knowing: Ascorbic acid can be unstable when exposed to air and light, which can reduce its effectiveness. It is advisable to use products packaged in opaque, airtight containers. May cause mild irritation in some people.

Present in: Serums, day creams, night creams, masks.

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Citrus Limon (Lemon) / Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Polypeptides

✨ Role: These polypeptides derived from lemon and lime are used for their revitalizing and refreshing properties. They help tone the skin and can provide antioxidant benefits, while promoting a brighter appearance.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Safe

✨ Vegan: Yes

✨ Please note: These extracts can be photosensitizing, so they should be used with caution under direct sun exposure. They are generally well tolerated, but it is always prudent to perform a skin test beforehand.

Present in: Toners, cleansers, moisturizers, serums.