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Vitamin C is your secret weapon for healthier, glowier, smoother skin. Here’s how to add this “it” ingredient to your skincare routine
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CULTBEAUTY.CO.UK It’s the most Googled beauty ingredient of 2020 so far, with more than a million searches*. But we’re here to save you from hitting the keyboard to ask: “What does vitamin C do for your skin?” with a one-stop guide to this multitasking hero ingredient.
Often referred to as the holy grail of skincare, vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that not only helps to reduce pigmentation and inflammation, but boosts the production of anti-ageing collagen and protects against pollution. That means it’s perfect for tackling age spots and uneven skin tone, minimising fine lines and acne scars and giving dull skin a radiance boost.