How do I use it?
Use vitamin C skincare products daily for best results, especially during the day since it helps protect skin from environmental stressors like sun and pollution.
What can I pair it with?
Vitamin C can be used with most ingredients and products. In fact, it acts as an insurance policy for the rest of your skincare routine—by protecting your complexion against free radicals, it helps maintain the results your other products deliver.
If you experience irritation, avoid using vitamin C on days you use potent active ingredients, like retinol and alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs).
Go slow.
Test the waters with a lower-concentration formula to see how your skin reacts. Slight tingling is normal, but if you do experience anything more intense, talk to your derm. Research shows that even very low concentrations (under 1%) deliver antioxidant protection and brightening benefits.
Establish a routine.
Once you find the right formula for your skin, use it consistently to see results.
Layer on a moisturizer.
This essential step nourishes and balances skin so it doesn’t overproduce oil.
Say yes to SPF.
Protect your skin against harmful UV rays every single day—it’s a crucial part of a healthy routine.