Nail Discoloration from Vitamin C Serum
Question
After using Stabilized Vitamin C (Natural-C Glycol™) Serum, I noticed yellow-orange discoloration on my cuticles and nail edges. Is this normal, and what causes it?
Answer
Thank you for your question. You observed yellow-orange discoloration on your cuticles and nail edges after using the Stabilized Vitamin C (Natural-C Glycol™) Serum. This is a common phenomenon with Vitamin C serums. The discoloration is not due to the serum affecting your nails directly, but rather the Vitamin C oxidizing when it comes into contact with air or skin, causing a temporary stain. It does not harm your nails. As correctly pointed out in the previous replies, washing your hands thoroughly after applying the serum should help prevent this discoloration from occurring on your nails and cuticles.
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