VITAMIN C

Brightening is one of the biggest Vitamin C benefits for skin. “When applied to skin cells in vitro, it’s been shown to inhibit the enzymatic production of tyrosinase, which is responsible for melanin production,” says Rocky Graziose, Origins Biotech Discovery Lab. Over time, and with regular use, Vitamin C can help reduce the look of hyperpigmentation, like dark spots, so skin looks brighter and more even toned.

Vitamin C can be applied morning and night. Experts note that morning application is most essential because of the antioxidant protection it provides. The fact that Vitamin C is infused into a variety of skincare products—moisturizers, serums, under eye creams—makes it an easy addition to any skincare routine. Vitamin C in skincare is also suitable for all skin types. If you have sensitive skin, it's always good practice to test on a small patch before full-face application.

Vitamin C is infused into our line of GinZing™ essentials, along with our other star ingredients like Ginseng and Caffeine from Coffee Beans. Vitamin C is the workhorse ingredientthat visibly boosts radiance and defends against oxidative stress. Did you know? Vitamin C is often made synthetically. At Origins, we source Vitamin C naturally, which can come from unexpected places, like corn and potatoes!