After the birth of my third child, my skin changed. I noticed the color was not as even and spots were starting to pop up. I especially noticed it when looking back at older photos of myself. What’s a crunchy Mama to do? I could not justify spending the cold hard cash on those expensive lightening creams, nor did I want to use those harsh chemicals. So, I did some homework online and found some great skin serums. I experimented and came up with my own version that also soothes the skin. I use it every night and LOVE it. I hope you enjoy my DIY Vitamin C Serum too!
Why this is good for your skin:
- Vitamin C: It’s just all around great for your skin: “A significant body of scientific research supports the use of cosmeceuticals containing vitamin C. Cutaneous benefits include promoting collagen synthesis, photoprotection from ultraviolet A and B, lightening hyperpigmentation, and improvement of a variety of inflammatory dermatoses. Because of the diverse biologic effects of this compound, topical vitamin C has become a useful part of the dermatologist’s armamentarium” (source)
- Glycerin: It is moisturiziung and has beneficial effects in the treatment of dry, scaly skin (source)
- Aloe: The Aloe vera plant has been known and used for centuries for its health, beauty, medicinal and skin care properties (source)
Note: This is a recipe for a 10% serum, if you make it stronger, it can burn your skin. With regular use you can test making it stronger — but take it slow. Do your homework when you want to increase the strength!
DIY Vitamin C Serum
Ingredients:
- 4 tsp Distilled Water
- 1/4 tsp Vegetable Glycerin — where to find
- 1/4 tsp Pure Aloe Vera — where to find
- 1/2 tsp L’Ascorbic Acid Powder — where to find
Directions:
- Mix water, glycerine, and aloe in a small jar until combined
- Add in the Vitamin C powder, cover the jar with a plastic lid and shake it until the Vitamin C is dissolved
- Pour into a colored glass dropper bottle. It is important to use colored glass because Vitamin C oxidizes fast!
- This serum has a shorter shelf life than most cosmetics because the Vitamin C oxidizes in the water over time. So, make it pretty often. I find that I make it about every 1-2 weeks
- I apply Vitamin C Serum to my face every morning when I wake up and every night before bed. It can be applied morning and night!
- Note: You might find it tingles when applied, this is normal. If it burns, then make a weaker dilution or use it every other day
Watch my how-to video below
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Resources:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16029672
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2763764/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12013198
None of these health benefits have been evaluated or approved by the FDA. They should not be used in place of personal judgment or medical treatment when needed, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. (Only your doctor can diagnose and treat disease.) Read my full disclaimer.
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