Advantages: Provides radiance, protects against free radicals and can be mixed with any routine Disadvantages: None known to me
A great topical powder which can be added to any skin care regime and contains over 99% vitaminC. VitaminC, when applied topically to the skin is a potent anti toxidant and promotes the production of collagen. It also assists in preventing premature againg, helps with the overall tone, texture and softness of the skin.
It has been proven that used daily through protection from environmental radicals it will hold back the affects of aging. I use it daily mixed with my morning serum, it is easily absorbed into any serum or moisuriser and comes with its own small measuring scoop from which you only need to use 1/2 scoop. I have had my last jar now for over six months, it is very economical to use and means you can get your daily dose of VitaminC, no matter what skincare you are using.
After using this product I found ...
Advantages: Easily absorbed by the body, reduces infection, destroys free radicals Disadvantages: Bitter taste, too much can cause heartburn or diarrhoea, and it doesn't dissolve very easily in cold drinks
this could be bought inexpensively from Boots: 60g of pure ascorbic acid for £4 as the basic price, but frequently available on special offer at considerably less. It comes in a small white tub with an orange label on the side, and is usually shelved with other VitaminC products.
? Using the powder ?
To use the powder, it has to be stirred into some kind of drink. Water is suggested on the container, but the taste is so bitter and acidic that I can't manage it that way. However it's quite acceptable in fruit juice; orange or pineapple are the best, in my experience. There's a tangy taste which is evident, but it's not unpleasant on the whole. It also works in orange or lemon squash. One gram of VitaminC (that's 1000mg) is about one third of a teaspoon, so it has to be measured reasonably carefully. You have to stir ...
Advantages: Vitamin C is a useful everyday vitamin to take, even if you use a synthetic version Disadvantages: None
VitaminC is more commonly known as ascorbic acid, because it cannot be stored in your body for any length of time its essential that you have an intake of VitaminC daily. There are many companies that produce their own version of the vitamin but I feel that Boots the chemist offer good value for money with their chewable version.
Boots have packaged this product in a silver grey plastic container and the label is orange and white. The carton has a screw top that has been adjusted to make it difficult for children to open.
Each container holds fifty 1000mg orange flavour chewable tablets. The tablets cost £4.39 for fifty, which works out at just 8p for a daily dose. If you use your Boots Advantage card you will get 16 points for this purchase.
Boots chewable VitaminC tablets are fine for children aged 12 and above and adults. They ...
