A review of topical vitamin C derivatives and their efficacy. (24th September 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Enescu, Christina D.; Bedford, Lisa M.; Potts, Geoffrey; Fahs, Fatima
• Is Part Of: Journal of cosmetic dermatology. Volume 21:Number 6(2022)
• Page Start: 2349
• Page End: 2359
• Publication Date: 2021-09-24
• Subjects: anti‐aging products -- antioxidant -- cosmetic chemistry -- cosmetic dermatology -- topical anti‐aging -- vitamin C; Skin -- Diseases -- Treatment -- Periodicals; Lasers in surgery -- Periodicals; Skin -- Pathophysiology -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; 616.5
• DOI: 10.1111/jocd.14465
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1473-2130

Abstract

Abstract: Vitamin C is a popular ingredient in over‐the‐counter cosmeceuticals due to its many biological functions in maintaining and improving skin health by treating UV damage, improving discoloration, and boosting collagen production. Several chemically modified derivatives of vitamin C have been developed in an attempt to increase the stability, percutaneous absorption, and overall activity of this ingredient in topical formulations. The goal of this review is to evaluate the differences between vitamin C derivatives that have been designed for cosmeceutical use and their efficacy.