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Vitamin C Skincare FAQ: 16 Questions for Midlife Women Over 35

November 05, 2025 7 min read

You’ve chosen your perfect Vitamin C - now, how do you use it effectively?

In Part 3  of our 'Vitamin C For Midlife Skin Decoded' guide I’ve compiled the 16 most common questions about Vitamin C in skincare, from layering with Retinol and Niacinamide and how long it can take to see results, to when is best to use it in your routine - and much more. 

This Q&A is your cheat sheet for making Vitamin C work hardest for your midlife skin.

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Beauty by Ané blog about Decoding 5 Types of Vitamin C: Choosing the Right Product For Your Skin and Shopping Guide Plus Alternative Ingredients

Types of Vitamin C in Skincare and Shopping Guide

November 05, 2025 9 min read

You know Vitamin C is crucial for your 'collagen banking', but which product should you buy?

The difference between the five types—L-Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, and Ascorbyl Glucoside -can make or break your routine.

In Part 2 of our 'Vitamin C For Midlife Skin Decoded' guide, I break down the science of oil-soluble vs. water-soluble forms so you can shop smarter, avoid irritation, and invest in a stable serum that actually works for your sensitive, midlife skin.

Plus, a complete list of alternative ingredients if Vitamin C just isn't for you.

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Beauty by Ané blog about The Ultimate Guide to Vitamin C: Your Secret for Collagen Banking and Healthy Skin After 35

The Ultimate Guide to Vitamin C for Skin: Your Secret for Collagen Banking; Healthy Skin After 35

November 05, 2025 7 min read

If you’re 35+ and noticing changes in firmness, brightness and resilience, this Part 1 guide explains why Vitamin C belongs in your morning routine with SPF.

Vitamin C is biologically indispensable: it is an essential co-factor for collagen synthesis and a master water-soluble antioxidant that neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution while regenerating Vitamin E (Tocopherol). 

You’ll find a clear overview of the main forms used in skincare and who they suit: L-Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate or Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, and Ascorbyl Glucoside. 

If your skin is sensitive or you prefer a different route, I share effective alternatives that support antioxidant defence and even tone without the sting. 

 

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