When we think about vitamin C, it's common to jump straight to immune support. But if you’re only reaching for vitamin C during cold and flu season, you’re missing out on one of its most powerful benefits – radiant, youthful and resilient skin!
As we all know, glowing skin starts from within. It’s not just about what you put on your face, but what you feed your cells. When it comes to improving skin health on a cellular level, vitamin C really is your best friend. This vitamin is essential for collagen production, defending against oxidative damage (from stress, pollution, UV rays) and supporting the repair of skin tissue.
We are always looking for ways to supercharge our body naturally and we’ve found a source of vitamin C that puts synthetic supplements to shame – Camu Camu! Let’s break down exactly how this nutrient works its magic for your skin and why Camu Camu is the most potent, natural way to get your daily glow.
Vitamin C and Collagen: A match made in heaven
Collagen is the protein building blocks that keeps our skin firm, plump and youthful. It starts to decline naturally in our late 20s with things like sun exposure, poor nutrition, poor sleep and stress only speed up the process. That’s where vitamin C steps in.
Vitamin C is needed for collagen synthesis, otherwise this process simply can’t happen. Low vitamin C equals low collagen, which turns to sagging, dull and tired looking skin. Vitamin C also helps protect collagen from breaking down due to free radical damage. So for anyone already investing in collagen powders or skincare, pairing them with a strong dietary source of vitamin C like Camu Camu is a smart move!
Slowing down premature ageing
Oxidative stress is one of the biggest drivers of skin ageing. It’s caused by an excess of free radicals, which essentially are unstable molecules that damage healthy skin cells causing fine lines, pigmentation and dullness. Free radicals are constantly produced by things like UV exposure, poor diet, lack of sleep, environmental toxins and even emotional stress. But here’s something many people don’t realise–vitamin C isn’t just an antioxidant, it also helps regenerate other antioxidants, like vitamin E! This makes vitamin C a key player in your body’s overall skin defence network.
Healthy, glowing skin relies on cellular turnover a.k.a. your body’s ability to repair damaged cells and generate new ones. This repair process slows down with age and vitamin C just so happens to be one of the nutrients that helps keep it running efficiently.
Research has shown that vitamin C supports keratinocyte differentiation, which is a process where new skin cells mature and migrate to the surface. This helps to strengthen skin barrier repair, speed up skin healing and help keep the skin smooth and resilient.
Why we choose Camu Camu
Now that we’ve established why vitamin C is essential for skin health, the next question is: where should you get it from? Camu Camu is a tiny Amazonian fruit with an enormous amount of vitamin C. It contains up to 100 times more vitamin C per 100g than oranges! Not only is it more potent, but Camu Camu delivers vitamin C in its natural, whole-food form, along with other plant compounds like flavonoids, polyphenols and amino acids.
These compounds enhance the absorption and bioavailability of vitamin C—meaning your body uses it more effectively compared to synthetic forms like ascorbic acid. In fact, synthetic vitamin C (the kind often found in supplements) can be harder on the gut and may not offer the same antioxidant support as a whole food source.
Camu Camu also has incredible anti-inflammatory benefits. Studies have found it can reduce oxidative stress markers and lower inflammation in human subjects, making it a powerful ally not just for skin, but for overall health.
How to include Camu Camu in your skin ritual
We believe that glowing skin is the natural result of internal balance. That’s why we love incorporating Camu Camu into our wellness blends—to help you nourish your body and your skin from the inside out.
You can stir our Camu Camu powder into juices, smoothies, coconut yogurt, herbal teas, or even your morning lemon water. For best results, pair Camu Camu with other skin-loving nutrients like zinc, vitamin E and healthy fats to support absorption and amplify its effects!
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