The Benefits of Vitamin C for Your Skin

Healthy BeautySlideshows View Full Guide Medically Reviewed by Carmelita Swiner,MD on November 30, 2022 Written by Alicia BarneyMay Help Protect Against Sun Damage1/12The antioxidants in vitamin C may help defend against the damage that UV light can cause. That doesn’t mean that you can use a vitamin C skin serum in place of sunscreen. It can’t replace SPF since it doesn’t absorb UVA or UVB rays. But if UV light does get into your skin, some research suggests that vitamin C can help blunt the harm.Might Lighten Dark Spots2/12Vitamin C-based skin care products may lighten patches that are darker than the rest of your skin, called hyperpigmentation. In one study, vitamin C applied to the skin for 16 weeks significantly cut down on these spots. But experts say it will take more research to confirm how well vitamin C creams work.Helps Smooth Wrinkles3/12Vitamin C is a powerful ingredient in many anti-aging products. Some studies show that it can reduce the appearance of wrinkles when you u...