For the past decade, glowing skin has dominated beauty trends, and by the looks of things, it’s here to stay. From fresh faced to a glass-like complexion, the desire for a more natural-looking finish that combines skin health with luminosity is the order of the day. But sadly, lifestyle factors (be it a hectic work schedule, busy social life, stress, pollution, UV rays and lack of sleep) can all contribute to a grey and lacklustre complexion. Fresh skin should be clean, hydrated, balanced, and have youthful energy. This can be achieved with a good night’s sleep and balanced diet, but most importantly, with specific skincare actives – enter Vitamin C, a superstar ingredient that digs deep to set you on your quest for that “lit from within” glow.
Vitamin C can help address countless skin concerns from uneven skin tone, sun damage, rough texture, fine lines, acne scars and dullness. At its core, Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant found in wide range of plants, leafy green vegetables, and citrus fruits. In the world of skincare its power lies in its ability to neutralise unstable molecules (aka free radicals) that can damage the skin due to environmental aggressors like UV rays and pollution and aid in the skin’s natural regeneration process to help repair damaged skin cells. one of the most researched skincare ingredients out there, it has been scientifically proven to improve the appearance of the skin, and this is the reason Gatineau touts Vitamin C as a golden standard skincare ingredient that everyone can reap the incredible rewards from.
Introducing Gatineau Radiance Enhancing Vitamin C Serum: In a handy pump format this featherweight glow-giving potion is powered by high-strength Vitamin C. This ultra-hydrating serum has been spiced up with a hefty dose of collagen boosting Watercress Extract and plant-based Wild Sea Fennel, a natural retinol-alternative loaded with radiance-boosting marine minerals which keeps skin smooth and springy. To really ramp up hydration levels, it has been infused with thirst-quenching Hyaluronic Acid and conditioning Squalane. This skin-loving formula gives you everything you need to bring dull skin back from the brink.
Let’s dig a little deeper into the qualities of this magic Vitamin C….
- Promotes Collagen production – If fine lines and wrinkles are becoming bothersome, add Vitamin C to your skincare basket because it accelerates the production of collagen and elastin, the key proteins of the skin to keep it smooth and firm.
- Hydrating Hero – If your skin is feeling a little parched, a hefty dose of Vitamin C will help to fortify the skin’s protective barrier and reduce trans epidermal water loss ensuring that the skin remains hydrated and plump.
- Even out skin tone and boosts brightness – It blocks the enzyme responsible for pigmentation production (melanin), evening out discolouration and texture while simultaneously improving the overall radiance of the skin.
- Protection – As the largest organ of the body, whose role is to protect internal organs against harmful external factors, Vitamin C swoops in to help by warding off the damage from free radicals, the pesky toxins responsible for damaging cells.
- Anti-inflammatory – Enhances the natural healing process making it an ideal choice for soothing and healing inflamed skin.
You can shop Gatineau online at www.orleanscosmetics.co.za or in select Woolworths, Truworths and Dis-Chem stores.
This post was sponsored by Gatineau.
