Ascorbic Acid …

This ingredient combines ascorbic acid (a form of vitamin C) with peptide extracts derived from orange, lemon, and lime. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that can penetrate the skin's outer layers and support its structural proteins. The citrus components bring additional antioxidant and conditioning properties to the formulation.In skincare products, this ingredient functions primarily as a skin conditioner—meaning it helps to improve skin feel, hydration, and texture. The peptide element differentiates it from simple vitamin C serums, as peptides are thought to communicate with sk…

Helps with Anti-Ageing. Helps with Dark Spots. Good for Texture

Peptides work by being small enough to cross the skin barrier and interact with fibroblasts—the cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin. They effectively signal the skin to maintain or reinforce its support structures. The ascorbic acid component acts as an antioxidant, neutralising free radicals generated by sun exposure and environmental pollution, whilst the citrus extracts provide additional conditioning and skin-soothing properties.Because this is a multi-component ingredient, the full mechanism likely combines these effects: antioxidant defence, cellular signalling via pe…

This ingredient is typically found in serums, moisturisers, and treatment products. Apply to clean skin before heavier creams. Because peptide-based products often work cumulatively, consistent daily or twice-daily use over 4–8 weeks is more likely to yield visible results than sporadic application. If combining with other actives (such as retinoids or exfoliating acids), introduce gradually to monitor skin tolerance.

This ingredient is generally well-tolerated by most skin types. Citrus-derived ingredients can occasionally cause photosensitivity in sensitive individuals, so daytime use alongside broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is advised.