Vitamin C Glow-Protect Lotion SPF30 50ml

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Pros: high-performance pro-collagen Vitamin C, moisture-binding Hyaluronic Acid and anti-oxidant Ferulic Acid, lovely fragrance The tube goes a long way as just a drop is enough for one time application. As shown in the pic, this much is more than sufficient for one application. Pros: perfect for oily to combination skin, refreshing and easy to absorb texture, enhances the natural radiance of skin, fair trade ingredients A facial sunscreen, on the other hand, only has one job: protect the skin on your face from the sun's rays without worrying about whether it's too moisturiser. Having said that, many sunscreen formulas now are so elegant, it's difficult to know the difference.

The Body Shop’s Vitamin C collection features seven products that are specifically formulated to revive dull looking skin. Each of these products contains one of the following types of vitamin C: Pros: unique combination of three sources of vitamin C, Rose of Winter extract nourishes for 24-hour hydration, targets fine lines and wrinkles, improves makeup application What these moisturisers won’t do is provide the same degree of sun protection as the best facial sunscreens, especially for longer periods of UV exposure. It's true that SPF in a moisturiser is tested the same way as SPF in sunscreen, so technically speaking, an SPF 30 moisturiser formula will offer the same level of protection as a facial sun cream with an SPF of 30. However, it all comes down to the application.

Best vitamin C moisturisers

This energising NIVEA Q10 Energy Healthy Glow Face Day Cream provides your skin with 24 hours of moisture for more radiant skin with a healthy, energised glow. The formula with vitamin C, vitamin E, and 100% skin-identical Q10 reduces the appearance of fine lines in just two weeks, as well as firming skin, all while reducing dullness and alleviating signs of tiredness. What's more, it contains SPF15 to combat sun damage and works amazingly as a base for makeup - that is, if you don't want to opt for a tinted moisturiser instead.

Reducing redness – the vitamin is an anti-inflammatory agent and can neutralise redness as well as dark spots. Dermatologists recommend a minimum of SPF 15 when working indoors and on overcast days, and SPF 30 at all other times. What else should I look for in an SPF moisturiser? Ascorbic acid is the most chemically active form of vitamin C. But does that make it the best form of topical vitamin C? Not necessarily. In fact, ascorbic acid is actually the least stable form of vitamin C. This means that ascorbic acid oxidizes the easiest out of all forms of vitamin C. When vitamin C becomes oxidized it loses its potency and ultimately becomes ineffective. Things like sunlight, heat, air, water, and time can all lead to the oxidation of ascorbic acid. Additionally, ascorbic acid causes the most skin irritation out of all forms of vitamin C. This happens because ascorbic acid is an acidic molecule and can only penetrate the skin at a pH of 3.5 or less. Since the normal pH of skin is about 5.5, this low pH can be harsh on the skin. These two factors are important to keep in mind when choosing a vitamin C product from The Body Shop as their Vitamin C Glow Revealing Liquid Peel and Vitamin C Skin Boost Instant Smoother both contain ascorbic acid. The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Boosting Moisturiser gives you a helping hit of skin-revitalising and joy-giving radiance every day. This fresh, lightweight vitamin C face cream takes the hard work out of a healthier-looking glow, enriched with Community Fair Trade aloe vera in a gel formula that helps to refresh your complexion. Helping to brighten the look of skin while retaining moisture, this vitamin C moisturiser is ideal for skin that needs a little va-va-voom, whilst being an ideal moisturiser for oily skin.Autumn is actually the perfect time to get your hands on a new SPF moisturiser, because during the summer they don't provide enough protection and it's better to double up. So, a moisturiser followed by one of the best facial sunscreens. Hydration – vitamin C is great for helping your skin retain water, with better-hydrated skin your face cream will make your skin feel plumper and smoother. But, vitamin C can also be used in a body moisturiser. Indeed, we also have a guide to the best moisturisers for dry skin at your disposal.

What’s more, SPF moisturisers are less likely to be rub-resistant and water-resistant. For these reasons, they won’t offer the same level of protection as the best sun creams," the doctor adds.A good sunscreen or SPF moisturiser protects against UVB rays, the short-wave rays that cause sunburn, and UVA rays that cause tanning and premature ageing. The SPF rating refers to protection from burning UVB rays; the PA star rating tells you how much protection the product offers from ageing UVA rays. Look for a higher star rating to ensure broad-spectrum protection.

Apply your SPF moisturiser in the morning after cleansing and toning, and after your serum if you use one. Your SPF cream’s moisturising benefits won’t stop in the evening, but the SPF protection will be of less use, so you may prefer to use a non-SPF moisturiser at night.Promotes collagen production - Vitamin C is well known for boosting collagen production, a higher level of collagen prevents premature ageing. Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate is another form of vitamin C used in The Body Shop’s Vitamin C line. Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate is much more stable than ascorbic acid and can also penetrate the skin better. At a pH of 7, this water-soluble form of vitamin C is easily absorbed into the skin and is less likely to cause irritation than ascorbic acid. Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate is also known to have a hydrating effect on the skin and decreases transepidermal water loss. According to the Indian Dermatology Online Journal, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate is also a free radical scavenger that is photoprotective and increases collagen production under laboratory test conditions. You’ll find magnesium ascorbyl phosphate in The Body Shop’s Vitamin C Glow Boosting Microdermabrasion Exfoliator, Vitamin C Energizing Face Mist, and Vitamin C Daily Glow Cleansing Polish. Transform the appearance of skin texture and re-plump fine lines and wrinkles with this light, silky Super Facialist Vitamin C + Brighten Skin Defence Daily Moisturiser, empowered with moisture-binding hyaluronic acid and anti-oxidant rich ferulic acid. Boosted with a new generation of vitamin C that, on one hand, promotes collagen synthesis and on the other, increases skin density. The cream works hard to help hydrate, protect, and smooth the appearance of wrinkles and boost a natural glow. Pros: combines a serum with a moisturiser, 20% serum enriched with Vitamin C* & Super Citrus, SPF 25 moisturiser, dermatologically tested, suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin For 24-hour hydration and a radiant complexion, look no further than the Ole Henriksen C-Rush Brightening Gel Crème. Ole Henriksen makes it super easy to fight dry and dull skin with its vitamin C range and we're totally obsessed with it all. This moisturiser is what dreams are made of. Adored by many, this innovative, peachy-tinted gel crème instantly illuminates and delivers an energizing burst of 24-hour hydration - making it the perfect moisturiser for dehydrated skin. It targets fine lines and wrinkles, renews youthful radiance and firms skin - but that's not all. The C-Rush Brightening Gel Crème even improves make-up application, creating a smooth, hydrated canvas for foundation.