The Power of a Three-Directional Approach: Maximising Vitamin C for Radiant, Healthy Skin
When it comes to achieving glowing, youthful skin, Vitamin C is one of the most powerful ingredients in your skincare and wellness routine. This antioxidant plays a key role in collagen production, skin repair, and protection against environmental damage. However, relying solely on topical applications or diet may not be enough to fully harness its benefits.
At Facial Impressions, we advocate for a three-directional approach to skincare topical, dietary, and supplemental to truly transform your skin from the inside out.
1. Topical Application: Supercharging Your Skincare Routine
Applying Vitamin C directly to the skin through serums, creams, and micro-capsules is one of the fastest ways to experience its benefits. This approach helps:
Boost Collagen Production - Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, helping maintain skin’s firmness and elasticity.
Brighten Skin Tone - Reduces pigmentation, dark spots, and dullness for a radiant complexion.
Protect Against Free Radicals - Neutralises damage from UV rays, pollution, and environmental stressors.
Improve Skin Healing - Enhances the skin’s ability to repair itself from sun damage, inflammation, and breakouts.
Facial Impressions - Vitamin C Skincare Must-Haves
Sothys Vitamin C Renovative Capsules - Overnight Skin Rejuvenation Power
A new step in your evening skincare ritual, these unique plant-based, 100% biodegradable micro-capsules deliver a potent 20% pure Vitamin C in a velvety-soft formula. Designed to be applied at night, this powerful serum transforms the skin, visibly boosting radiance, firmness, and reducing wrinkles and dark spots.
Sothys UC Ultra C Dermobooster - High-Performance Vitamin C with Hydration & Repair
Perfect for all skin types, including dehydrated and hyper-pigmented skin, this Dermobooster combines 3% stabilised Vitamin C, Vitamin E, a retinol derivative, and a hydrating complex (hyaluronic acid, urea derivative, D-panthenol) to illuminate, strengthen, and rejuvenate the skin while increasing collagen production.
For best results, apply Vitamin C serum in the morning followed by sunscreen, and incorporate a high-strength treatment like Vitamin C Renovative Capsules into your nighttime routine for overnight skin renewal.
2. Dietary Intake: Feed Your Skin From Within
Your skin reflects what you nourish it with internally. Eating a diet rich in Vitamin C-loaded foods ensures your body has the nutrients it needs to support collagen production and overall skin health.
Top Vitamin C-Rich Foods for Skin:
Citrus Fruits - Oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and mandarins are packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants.
Kiwi & Strawberries - These powerhouse fruits contain even more Vitamin C per gram than oranges!
Capsicum - Red and yellow capsicums have some of the highest Vitamin C content of any vegetable.
Leafy Greens - Kale, spinach, and broccoli provide a combination of Vitamin C, iron, and antioxidants to support skin repair.
Papaya - Rich in both Vitamin C and natural enzymes that aid skin renewal.
Tip: Pair Vitamin C-rich foods with sources of collagen (like bone broth or marine collagen) for maximum absorption and skin-firming benefits.
3. Supplementation: Elevating Your Skin Health
While a balanced diet provides a natural source of Vitamin C, supplementation can help fill any gaps especially if you have increased skin needs, a busy lifestyle, or difficulty absorbing nutrients.
When to Consider a Vitamin C Supplement:
You experience frequent skin inflammation or slow healing.
You want to enhance collagen production for firmer, youthful skin.
Your diet lacks sufficient fresh fruits and vegetables.
You’re frequently exposed to environmental stressors like pollution and UV rays.
Choosing the Right Supplement:
L-Ascorbic Acid -The most bioavailable and effective form of Vitamin C.
Liposomal Vitamin C - Offers superior absorption and longer-lasting effects.
Buffered Vitamin C - A gentler option for those with sensitive stomachs.
To enhance absorption, take Vitamin C with bioflavonoids or pair it with zinc for immune and skin-boosting synergy.
Maximise Your Glow: Combine All Three for Ultimate Results
Using Vitamin C topically, eating a Vitamin C-rich diet, and supplementing when needed creates a powerful synergy that supports collagen production, skin brightening, and long-term skin health.
At Facial Impressions, we believe in a holistic, science-backed approach to skincare because healthy skin starts from within. If you’re looking for high-quality Vitamin C products, professional skin treatments, or expert advice on maximising your skins potential, we’re here to help.
Ready to glow? Explore our range of Vitamin C skincare solutions, including Sothys Vitamin C Renovative Capsules and UC Ultra C Dermobooster, at facialimpressions.com.au or visit us in-clinic for a personalised consultation.
* this information is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only - please discuss any information with your health care professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.