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THD Ascorbate – Why Your Skin Needs THIS Type of Vitamin C

Renee Rouleau

As both a 35 year esthetician and a skincare product formulator trained in cosmetic chemistry, what I know for sure is there are a lot of false hopes being sold about the latest and greatest miracle ingredients and its so easy to fall into the marketing hype. but the one that has remained steady is vitamin C.

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Is Your Skin Getting Burned From Your Vitamin C Serum?

Renee Rouleau

Vitamin C, when used topically in a serum, is widely acclaimed as one of the best ingredients for brightening skin, boosting collagen production, and protecting skin against environmental damage. It’s so popular that even at the 2024 Medical Spa Show that I attended, vitamin C was a huge topic of conversation.

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Age Gracefully: Effective Anti-Aging Tips from a Skincare Expert

Kim Gallo Esthetics

As an esthetician with 20+ years of experience, I've seen it all when it comes to skincare. Look for products containing Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Ferulic Acid to get the most benefits. Tip 3: Use a Retinoid Retinoids are Vitamin A derivatives that work wonders for improving the texture and tone of your skin.

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Summer Dream Team: Why You Need To Pair Vitamin C With SPF

Eminence Organics

Summer Dream Team: Why You Need To Pair Vitamin C With SPF When you think of the perfect summer, you may imagine an escape to a tropical paradise; sitting on a white sand beach with a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) in hand, watching the waves roll in while the warm sun beams down. So what exactly does vitamin C do for your skin?

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When Do Skincare Products Expire & Are They Still Safe to Use?

Renee Rouleau

This is especially common with L-ascorbic acid, a notoriously unstable form of vitamin C. I’ll use unstable forms of vitamin C for example. Change in Color : After checking the consistency of the product, check its color. Has the color changed, such as from white to yellow or light brown? If so, get rid of it.

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Why Esthetician Education Advisor Recommends This MediSpa Brand 

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Sheri Flash , Master Esthetician, business consultant, and education advisor openly admits to being slightly obsessed with this medispa brand and their products. In addition, FACTORFIVE offers a LIFETIME money-back & satisfaction guarantee for all of its products which is ideal for any business owner or practicing esthetician.

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The All-New Lira Clinical BODY Line: Because Your Skin Deserves More Than Just a Face Routine!

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Lipid-soluble Vitamin C (THD) Unlike traditional Vitamin C (which is notorious for being unstable and breaking down faster than a reality TV relationship), this form penetrates deeper into the skins layers. Lets break it down, shall we? And because we know you love efficiency (who has time for a 27-step body routine?),

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