L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) for Fine Lines
L-ascorbic acid supports collagen synthesis and softens fine lines over months.
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L-ascorbic acid supports collagen synthesis and softens fine lines over months.
how to use it. Daily AM. Pair with retinoid PM for best line-softening protocol.
why it works. Required cofactor for prolyl and lysyl hydroxylases; without adequate topical/dietary vitamin C, collagen synthesis is rate-limited.
Reviewed with 1 source on 2026-07-03.
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