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What really is Vitamin C?

 Daily Decoded Episode 1 Hi everyone!  I started this blog to talk about the different things in the world and in our day to day lives and the science behind them. Im simply a nerd for details who wants to break it down simple for you guys. If you’ve ever wondered “How does this thing work?” or “Why does this do this?” you’re in the right place!! The truth is, science is all around us. From our bathroom cabinets to our kitchens. Everything thing has a how and why. Today’s post is about the science behind vitamin C skincare and how it really works on our skin. Vitamin C is often hailed as the “holy grail” of skin care, but it’s also one of the most temperamental ingredients in your cabinet. It does alot more than just “brightening your skin” When vitamin C is applied to ones face, it interferes with the enzyme (a biological catalyst that alters the rate of a reaction) Tyrosinase which is required for producing melanin (pigment). By interfering with this enzymes activity, vitami...