Inquiry about GlowPure Vitamin C Serum: Concentration, Form, and Stability
Question
Regarding the product GlowPure Vitamin C Brightening Serum (20ml), I would like to know:
- What is the concentration of Vitamin C used?
- What specific form of Vitamin C is utilized (e.g., L-ascorbic acid vs. sodium ascorbyl phosphate)?
- Is the formulation stabilized with ingredients such as ferulic acid or vitamin E to prevent oxidation?
Answer
Information on Vitamin C Serums
Thank you for your question about the GlowPure Vitamin C Brightening Serum. I was unable to find specific information about this particular product, including its exact vitamin C concentration, the specific form of vitamin C used, or whether it is stabilized with ingredients like ferulic acid or vitamin E.
Generally, vitamin C in skincare can come in various forms. The most biologically active form is L-ascorbic acid, but it is also the least stable and can oxidize quickly. Other more stable derivatives are often used, such as:
- Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
- Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
- Ascorbyl Glucoside (like the ingredient Ascorbyl Glucoside (AA-2G Stabilized Vitamin C))
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
To improve stability and efficacy, L-ascorbic acid formulations are often combined with antioxidants like ferulic acid and vitamin E, which help prevent oxidation. Stabilized derivatives like Ascorbyl Glucoside are inherently more stable.
If you have the product packaging or ingredient list, you may be able to find details about the specific form and concentration of vitamin C used in the GlowPure serum.