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Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, i.e. it dissolves well in water. It occurs naturally in the human body and is involved in many bodily processes, such as the synthesis of collagen and red blood cells. The main source of vitamin C to the body is external, through food. It is also found in colourful fruits and vegetables such as oranges, lemons, grapefruit, kiwi, broccoli and red pepper. Vitamin C is used in cosmetic under 2 forms : ascorbic acid or pure vitamin C, commonly named vitamin C, and ascorbyl glucoside or vitamin C glucoside, named vitamin CG.
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VITAMIN CG
Vitamin CG is an antioxidant ingredient derived from vitamin C. Like vitamin C, it is water-soluble, meaning it dissolves well in water.
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Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin, which means it dissolves well in oil and fats. It is also known as alpha-tocopherol. Vitamin E is naturally present on the surface of the skin. It is found in large quantities in vegetable oils (avocado oil, sweet almond oil, olive oil or sunflower oil) and also in dried fruits (nuts) or fruits and vegetables (mango, kiwi, spinach and red peppers). Tocopheryl acetate is a vitamin E derivative often found in cosmetic products.
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VITREOSCILLA FILIFORMIS
Vitreoscilla filiformis is a bacterium that appeared on Earth around 3 billion years ago. However, it wasn't until 1970 that it was identified by Biotherm in the thermal spring at Molitg-Les-Bains in France, and it is now used by other brands in the L'Oréal group.
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Zinc oxide
Zinc oxide (ZnO) is a white powder known for its protective and purifying properties. It is also known as a UV protective filter, reflecting UVA and UVB rays. In addition, zinc has anti-inflammatory, astringent and drying properties.