L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
- Is an antioxidant
- Is used in the treatment of disorders of pigmentation including melasma (chloasma) (pregnancy mask)
- Alters the color of melanin from jet black to light tan
- Unstable as quickly oxidized
Bibliography: Katsambas A (Conflicts of Interest: Abbott, Janssen-Cilag, Leo Pharma, Merck, Schering-Plough). Melasma: Pathogenesis and Treatment. 70e Réunion annuelle de l’AAD (American Academy of Dermatology) – San Diego, California, United States of America (USA) 日本語
Category : Acide ascorbique (Vitamine C) (L-ascorbic acid) - Modifie le 03.20.2012Category : L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) - Modifie le 03.20.2012