lightening: decollete & hand

fades spots, restores even tone
• reverses mottled, sun-damaged look
• builds out crepe paper skin
• natural and organic formula
• acid-free pigment control

Introduction
A light emulsion, formula incorporating an acid-free Vitamin C (tetrahexydecylascorbate - THDCA) that delivers itself to cellular receptors via an enzymatic cascade that will not irritate the skin as does pure ascorbic acid when applied topically. The scientific literature attests to the efficacy of the THDCA metabolites in calming red blotchy skin and fading out spots and uneven tone. The appearance of melasma and cholasma can often be significantly reduced as well. Stimulating optimum skin functions through THDCA  helps to reduce formation of lipofuscin, a waste product that progressively accumulates in and around skin cells as we age. Deep dermal recovery of elastic tissue and better quality protein are also reported in the clinical literature.

Description
Low molecular weight ascorbate ester is the active ingredient in a base of avocado and jojoba lipids; easily spread, rapidly penetrating, hydrating, self-preserved in 1.7 ounce amber glass pump bottle with unit carton and 4 ounce white PET back bar bottle with pump.

Mechanisms
Very high concentration of vitamin C (non-acid form) leads to immediate, visible improvement to red blotchy skin through skin receptors that trigger an anti-inflammatory response. Applications limited to several times per week will progressively fade pigment spots and smooth texture, tone and color. Gains in dermal protein have also been observed under proper dose scheduling so as not to shrink receptor population. 
Literature attests to vitamin C helping in skin resistance to sun damage, especially just prior to sun exposure.

Esthetic Results
Evens out tone, skin smoothing, wrinkle reduction, pigmentation reduction

Instructions
Apply 2-3 times per week, mornings or evenings, after cleansing. More frequent application may reduce benefits.

Precautions
Topical use only. Apply to test area and wait 24 hours. If irritation develops, discontinue.

Ingredients
Extracts from certified organic plants: german chamomile, rosemary, lemon balm, lavender and green tea; glycerine, phtyo-lipids of avocado, organic jojoba oil, cellulose polymer, camphor, lavender oil, C12-15 ammonium alkyl acrylates, methylisothiazolinone

Active Ingredient: tetrahexyldecylascorbate (vitamin C lipid)