Radiant skin gives every face an engaging charm. The softly shining complexion subliminally signals joie de vivre, energy and vitality. At the same time, the fine silky shimmer enchants from within itself. The word "glow", as in glow or shine, describes this a little more aptly. But what does a woman have to do to get radiantly beautiful skin? Of course, a healthy diet and sufficient sleep, abstaining from nicotine and too much alcohol help, but for the real glow, you also need consistent skincare, which should contain above all vitamin C and hyaluronic acid.

Collagen: the most important building block for a silky complexion

Glowing skin glows from the inside out - and that only works if collagen is diligently produced in the skin. Collagen is a so-called structural protein that provides firmness in many regions of the body. In the skin, collagen fibres cross-link to form a strong framework that keeps the surface of the skin under tension. At least, this is the condition when we are young: Many strong collagen strands ensure a firm, wrinkle-free appearance. Unfortunately, collagen production is reduced from around the age of 25 - with visible consequences: The first fine lines appear and the skin seems to lose volume and tension. Since the collagen molecules are simply too large to overcome the skin barrier, no skin cream in the world can replenish them from the outside. The only way to get radiantly beautiful skin (again) is therefore to stimulate collagen production from within.

Vitamin C: Why it is so important for radiant skin

Vitamin C is not only an indispensable production helper in the formation of stable collagen fibres, if there is plenty of it, then vitamin C stimulates collagen production in the long term. Skincare products with high doses of vitamin C are therefore a decisive prerequisite for radiant skin. Above all, vitamin C is also a strong free radical scavenger. Free radicals are aggressive molecules that have one electron too few. They "steal" this electron from healthy cells, which are then damaged. Oxidative stress develops, which makes the skin look tired and dull. Vitamin C puts the free radicals out of action by giving up an electron quasi voluntarily. The skin is spared from "battles" and damage.

Hyaluronic acid: The moisture guardian for firm skin

However, stimulated collagen production alone is not enough for an attractive glow. The framework of the fibres itself needs stability. The main component of the connective tissue between the individual skin cells is hyaluronic acid. It fills and supports, and its unique ability to bind very large amounts of water makes it a crucial guardian of the skin's moisture content. Only when the skin is sufficiently hydrated does it remain firm. To get radiantly beautiful skin, skincare products that combine high-dose vitamin C and hyaluronic acid are therefore recommended. The two work as team players with the common goal of giving the skin a fresh, vital glow.

• Reviving Vitamin C Face Serum with Hyaluronates and Calendula
  Vitamin C and hyaluronic acid are joined by calendula (marigold) in this deep-acting serum: it has a slight influence on the metabolism, stimulates blood circulation and thus also increases skin tone. For radiant skin with a fresh glow.
• Brightening vitamin C face cream with green tea and hyaluronic acid
  A rich trio of vitamin C, hyaluronic acid and green tea provides a rich freshness boost for tired and slightly sagging skin. Like vitamin C, green tea is a powerful antioxidant, but it also has an invigorating and stimulating effect. Small wrinkles disappear and the complexion takes on a vital radiance.

Radiant skin: teamwork for an attractive glow

Skincare products that contain a combination of stimulating, antioxidant vitamin C and moisturising hyaluronic acid achieve the best results when softly shimmering, radiant skin is the goal. The deep-acting serum with additional calendula extract promotes blood circulation to improve skin tone in the long term. The face cream with green tea has an immediate invigorating effect. Radiant skin is not a privilege of the young. You will love your reflection in the mirror - and this feeling keeps the soul young.