A durable form of vitamin C created by combining ascorbic acid (pure vitamin C) with 3-aminoproply dehydrogen phosphate (3-APPA) – this newer derivative is preferred by formulators for its superior stability and effectiveness. This version of vitamin c maintains all the benefits of pure vitamin c: antioxidant, collagen booster, fine line reducer, and brightener. But it has shown to be particularly effective at reducing melanin production, according to the ingredient’s manufacturer1.
1. https://www.ulprospector.com/en/eu/PersonalCare/Detail/30590/601497/Vitagen or http://www.macrocare.net/home/main.php
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