OPTODERM Vitamin C Active Micellar Cleanser

Features & Benefits

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphateultimately converts into ascorbic acid once it’s in the skin. As such its pH is higher and is less irritating than pure L-ascorbic acid but retains all its benefits. It is considered to be one of the more stable forms of the vitamin and is light-, oxygen-, and water-stable, making it ideal to use in this micellar product. Its main benefits are:

• Fights free radicals – it works to combat the effects of UV damage by scavenging the free radicals that cause DNA changes and lead to signs of photoaging. As a quick reminder, exposure to sun and pollution creates free radicals in the skin, which ultimately can cause things such as spots, wrinkles, and sagging—vitamin C combats this.
• Boosts collagen production:Along with those antioxidant properties, sodium ascorbyl phosphate is an ideal anti-aging ingredient, as with other vitamin C formulations, it aids in stimulating the production of collagen, the protein responsible for strong, youthful skin.
• Evens out skin tone:Sodium ascorbyl phosphate is a great ingredient for those looking to combat hyperpigmentation or dark spots. By inhibiting tyrosinase, the enzyme needed to produce melanin (pigment), it can help both fade existing and ward off future discoloration.
• Has anti-acne benefits:According to a 2011 study, sodium ascorbyl phosphate may have an antibacterial effect, and it has been proven to be an effective acne treatment. Coupled with the fact that it’s less irritating than other forms of the vitamin, it’s a good pick for those prone to breakouts