Bliss of Earth Ascorbic acid or commonly known as Vitamin C is important to the body's diet. it helps fight off diseases, infections and overall healing capabilities. Vitamins-C takes a step further in you body by processing carbohydrates, proteins, fats and assisting in building blood vessels, collagen, muscle and cartilage. Vitamin C is particularly important for maintaining healthy-looking skin as well. your skin cells use this vitamin to protect from stress caused by pollution, smoking and UV rays. your skin also needs Vitamin C to create collagen, it is an effective antioxidant that brighten the skin tone and reduces the appearance of signs of ageing.