Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate:
An overall boon for the skincare regimen, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate is an oil-soluble or lipid-soluble tetra ester derivative of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). It’s the ‘extra care’ your skin needs as this ingredient is the most impressive form of Vitamin C. How?
- Demonstrates superior percutaneous absorption & stability
- Stays in the skin 40-80 times longer than other derivatives, leaving 4 times more effect.
- Skin cells absorb 10 times the concentration of ATIP compared to other derivatives.
How is it Beneficial for your skin?
All-in-one boosting and Illuminating Superstar: It aids in collagen production, mitigating hyperpigmentation, and improving skin texture.
Powerful Antioxidant: It’s a strong antioxidant that scavenges up pesky free radicals caused by environmental toxins like UV radiation Anti-inflammatory Agent: It works wonders to increase the luminosity and vibrancy of all types of skin as it is suitable for all types.
Prevents Cellular aging: It inhibits the cross-linking of collagen, oxidation of proteins & lipid peroxidation.
Boosts Radiance: It addresses uneven skin tone, and skin changes caused by photoaging and makes for one of the best ingredients to add to your skincare arsenal as it minimizes melanin production.
Winning Combinations With Vitamin C
- Vit.C + Sunscreen: As a rule of thumb, Vitamin C serum should be applied as a base layer underneath the sunscreen – together they’re the power couple of sun protection. Together, they’re more effective at neutralizing free radical damage from sun exposure than alone.
- Vit.C + Niacinamide: Just go for it! The multitude of benefits of both of these ingredients, and the complementary nature of these together address the aging issue from various angles. When using them together, layering is preferable.
- Vit. C + Vit. E + Ferulic acid: Offering triple protective powers, it’s the best of all worlds. By adding these 3 in conjunction to your skincare routine, you can double the antioxidant ammunition to fight skin damage from free radicals even better.
Combinations to Avoid:
- Avoid using chemical exfoliants containing acids like AHA and BHA with Vit. C as it can cause skin irritation. Be sure to use Vitamin C serum and acids at different times of day.
- Similarly, separate the application of Vit. C + Retinol, and use them at different times of day as this duo can cause skin irritation.
How to Incorporate it into your Everyday Skincare Routine?
A three-step system of cleansing, treating, and moisturizing would do wonders for getting radiant skin. That second step would be Vitamin C application. This unique formulation should ideally be used post your water-based moisturisers and right before all the heavier oil based moisturisers. This squalane based formulation is oil soluble and penetrates with your skin’s natural sebum deeper, faster and better compared to other derivatives (as they’re water soluble forms). This ingredient is truly in a league of its own when it comes to providing a luminous glow, irrespective of the skin type.
How To Use :
1. Shake it well before use.
2. Apply a few drops on the face and neck at both AM and PM
3. Application of sunscreen is mandatory post-AM application As the Duo is more effective at neutralizing free radical damage from sun exposure
Please Note: Avoid using Vitamin C – Glow Essence with Retinol and Alpha Hydroxy Acid products like Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, AHA. The ideal way is to use Vitamin C in the morning and Retinol OR AHA in the evening.
