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Ascorbyl glucoside is a water-soluble form of vitamin C that's combined with glucose, a sugar.  In the world of vitamin C and its derivatives, l-ascorbic acid is the most potent, pure version.  Once ascorbyl glucoside is absorbed into the skin, an enzyme called alpha-glucosidas breaks it down into l-ascorbic acid.  This is why you then get all those awesome vitamin C effects such as skin-brightening and wrinkle-smoothing, but, in this case, because it's undergone a conversion process, it's much less likely to cause irritation.

Atelocollagen is an advanced molecule that can be absorbed deep into the dermal and basal tissue, helping to activate dermal cell regeneration.  Topical atelocollagen is the only bioactive topical collagen that can actually stimulate fibroblasts and collagen renewal.  Topical purified atelocollagen shows dramatic results when treating scarring and aging skin conditions; it stimulates cell renewal and collagen formation in the skin.  Hydrolyzed collagen, on the other hand, will only moisturize the skin.  

Asiatic Acid stimulates glycosaminoglycan production as well as collagen I synthesis.  In addition, it also improves tensile strength of the skin.  

Azelaic acid has a ton of benefits for the skin, including helping with hyperpigmentation and reducing inflammation. Because it's anti-inflammatory, it can be helpful in treating acne and rosacea. It also inhibits tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in the production of pigment cells and melanin, meaning it can prevent buildup of pigmentation that leads to dark spots. Azelaic acid is applied to your skin and is available in gel, foam, and cream form. Azelex and Finacea are two brand names for prescription topical preparations. They contain 15 percent or more of azelaic acid. Some over-the-counter products contain smaller amounts. Because it takes...