Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate: The Vitamin C That Actually Works for Men

Not All Vitamin C Is Created Equal

If you’ve tried Vitamin C and gave up because it irritated your skin or gave zero results - you’re not alone.

Most Vitamin C serums on the market use ascorbic acid, which:

• Is unstable in air and light

• Can be irritating, especially on sensitive skin

• Often doesn’t penetrate deeply enough to work

That’s where Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (THD Ascorbate) comes in — and it’s what we use in Bareborn.

What Is THD Ascorbate?

THD Ascorbate is a lipid-soluble (oil-loving) form of Vitamin C. Unlike traditional Vitamin C (which is water-based), it’s designed to penetrate deeper into the skin, targeting the layers where collagen is actually made.

It’s stable. It’s powerful. And it’s gentle enough for everyday use.

Benefits of Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate for Your Skin

✔ Brightens dull skin

✔ Fades dark spots and hyperpigmentation

✔ Boosts collagen to reduce fine lines and sagging

✔ Protects against environmental stress (pollution, UV)

✔ Less irritation than L-Ascorbic Acid

It’s the upgrade your skin didn’t know it needed.

Why Men Should Use It

Men are often outdoors more, sweat more, and produce more oil. This creates oxidative stress — aka damage that ages your skin faster.

THD Ascorbate fights that:

• Helps even out skin tone from sun exposure

• Works even if you forget sunscreen (but please don’t)

• Strengthens skin while staying non-greasy

Science-Backed Performance

• Studies show THD Ascorbate converts to active Vitamin C within the skin, where it boosts collagen and inhibits melanin (which causes dark spots).

• Unlike L-ascorbic acid, it doesn’t oxidize easily — meaning it stays effective longer in your skincare.

Why Bareborn Chose THD Ascorbate

In the Bareborn Multi-Purpose Face Solution, we chose THD Ascorbate for long-term results without short-term irritation.

We combine it with Bakuchiol (a retinol alternative) and Centella + Green Tea to soothe and protect your skin barrier. Together, they work as a synergistic trio — brightening, anti-aging, and calming in one.

Conclusion: A Smarter Way to Do Vitamin C

If you want brighter, firmer, and younger-looking skin — but don’t want to deal with irritation or complicated routines — Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is your guy.

And in Bareborn, it works harder because it’s paired with other proven ingredients.