Vitamin C Serum

Hi,
I'm back with another post. This one will be on DIY Vitamin C Serum. Vitamin C is considered around the World as a anti aging Superstar! Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. I buy L Ascorbic Acid Powder. It is the key to the production of collagen, a protein that aids in the growth of cells and blood vessels and gives skin its firmness and strength [ source: WebMD]. Vitamin C helps your skin repair itself. [ source: Milton Hershey Medical Center].

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that slows the rate of free-radical damage--free radicals are unstable molecules that damage collagen and cause skin dryness, fine lines and wrinkles. Research show that ascorbic acid not only neutralizes free radicals , but also reverses DNA damage [source: University of Leicester].

Research suggests that vitamin C may also reduce sunburn caused by exposure to ultraviolet B radiation and prevent consequences of long-term sun exposure, which can lead to sun cancer. [source: University of Maryland Medical Center, Bouchez]  Now folks don't think you can lay out in the sun safely because you use this. Be responsible !!!

HERE ARE SERUM  RECIPES TO CONSIDER;

1 tsp Vitamin C powder ( L ascorbic powder) from most health food stores or online.
1 tsp vegetable glycerin , bought mine at Wall Mart.
Dark colored glass bottle, got mine from health food store. ( can use empty serum bottle also)
Direction:
    In a small bowl mix Vitamin C powder and vegetable oil.
    Make sure they are completely dissolved ( or it will be grainy)
    Carefully pour serum into your glass bottle.
    Apply 3-4 drops onto freshly cleansed skin and gently massage in until fully absorbed.
    Let dry and then apply moisturizer preferably with sunscreen.
    Keep in cool dry place.

Next recipe:
1/4 tsp L Ascorbic  Acid Powder
1 tsp Glycerin (this can be adjusted if too sticky)
2-drops Vitamin E Oil or pierce a capsule to squeeze the oil out
1 tsp Distilled Water
Measuring spoon
Stirring spoon
Dark bottle (I use blue with dropper from health food store)
Directions:
   Mix together well
   Pour into dark bottle
   Apply 2 or 4 drops to freshly cleansed skin.
   Let dry on face and then apply moisturizer preferably with sunscreen.
   Keep in cool dry place (there might be too much moisture from showers to keep in bathroom cabinet)
Optional:
After trying this, add few drops Argan Oil, or Licorice Extract to help fade sun spots.
This is can be fun, don't stress over it. It is definitely healthier than store bought serums.


YOUR SKIN WILL LOVE YOU FOR IT!!!


My rambling thoughts:

• Danced to a great band Saturday night. I think the soles of my shoes were smoking!
• Got my hair trimmed.
• Had coffee with friends tonight.
• Need to win the lottery so I don't have to work for a living!

Until later....see ya!  ☺