SAP might also aid collagen boosting in-vitro (made in the lab) data shows that it works, but is less effective than another vitamin C derivative, called MAP (that seems to be as effective as pure AA). We have better news regarding the three magic abilities of vitamin C: there is in-vivo (tested on real people) data showing that SAP does have photo-protective (aka antioxidant) properties, though less than pure AA. Regarding conversion to AA, there seems to be no data about it, so we can neither deny nor confirm it. Unfortunately, it seems to be limited, or to quote a great article from the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology "topically applied ascorbyl phosphate salts are, at very best, poorly absorbed in comparison with AA".
The challenge with it though is skin penetration. SAP (the vit C derivative, not the enterprise software, obvs) is a promising derivative that has great stability up to pH 7. Of course, it cannot make a miracle but it might have some effect via regulating microcirculation and normalizing the metabolism in the cells of connective tissues.īottom line: Gotu Kola is a great plant ingredient with proven wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Asiaticoside was shown to increase antioxidant levels on rats skin when applied at 0.2%.Ĭentella Asiatica also often shows up in products that try to treat cellulite or striae. Madecassoside can also help in burn wound healing through increasing antioxidant activity and enhancing collagen synthesis. This is probably one of the reasons why Centella Asiatica Extract has nice skin moisturizing properties that was confirmed by a 25 people, four weeks study along with Centella's anti-inflammatory effects. One of the biological activities of the centellosides is to be able to stimulate GAGs (glycosaminoglycans - polysaccharides that are part of the liquidy stuff between our skin cells), and especially hyaluronic acid synthesis in our skin. Dimensions: 1.0 inches (H) x 1.0 inches (W) x 1.Organic Jojoba Oil (Organic Simmondsia Chinensis).Skincare Directions for Use: TruSkin Vitamin C Serum for Face, Topical Facial Serum with Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E.
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