Mixing L-Ascorbic Acid Powder into Lotion

Mixing L-ascorbic acid powder directly into an existing lotion for immediate use is generally not recommended.

Here's why:

• Instability in Water: L-ascorbic acid is highly unstable when dissolved in water and oxidizes quickly upon exposure to air and light. Most lotions contain a significant amount of water.
• Oxidation: When L-ascorbic acid oxidizes, it loses its effectiveness and can even turn yellow or brown. This means you won't get the desired benefits for your skin.
• Proper Formulation Required: To use L-ascorbic acid effectively in a water-based product like a lotion, it needs to be properly formulated to ensure stability. This often involves adjusting the pH to a specific range (typically acidic, between 2.0-4.0, though FDA recommends at least 3.5 for skin application) and potentially including stabilizing ingredients such as Ferulic Acid, Vitamin E, or Glutathione.

While L-ascorbic acid is a highly effective form of Vitamin C for skin brightening, wrinkle reduction, and collagen stimulation, achieving its benefits requires careful formulation to maintain its stability and potency. Simply mixing the powder into a ready-made lotion will likely result in the Vitamin C degrading rapidly, rendering the mixture ineffective.

For best results and stability, it is recommended to use properly formulated Vitamin C products or follow specific formulation guidelines if creating your own from scratch.