When To Use Vitamin C Serum?

Vitamin C is that one serum that can be used for all skin types and in both AM and PM skincare routines. Additionally, this serum can be used all year long, irrespective of your geographical location. Vitamin C has proven to be a versatile multitasking serum!

When To Use Vitamin C Serum?

Vitamin C serum can be used at any time of the day - morning, night, or both. When introducing it into your skincare routine, begin by using the serum after cleansing in the mornings. As your skin adapts to this addition to your skincare routine, begin using the serum at night as well after cleansing. In this way, Vitamin C will be in your skincare routine in both AM and PM.

Should I use Vitamin C Serum every day or only a few times a week?

Vitamin C is one of the few serums that doesn’t require you to start applying for few days a week before making it an every day thing. It is not harsh like other actives. You can start using Vitamin C serum on a daily basis in both your AM & PM routine after a basic skin patch test.

At what age should I start using Vitamin C Serum in my skincare routine?

If you are in your early twenties, then it is the right time to start using Vitamin C Serum in your skincare regime. We recommend incorporating Vitamin C into your skincare routine as soon as you learn of it! The earlier you start using it, the earlier you reap its bountiful benefits; however, it's never too late to start!

How To Use Vitamin C Serum? 

After cleansing your face and applying a toner, apply your favorite Vitamin C serum on your face. Let it absorb in your skin for a few minutes. Then apply your moisturizer and SPF. Based on the actives you are using, you can also layer the actives before or after your Vitamin C Serum.

How To Apply Vitamin C Serum?

Take a couple of drops of Vitamin C Serum and apply it on your face and neck in a circular motion. You may also want to gently dab more product on your problem areas, where your ski may need some more attention, like dark spots, acne scars, etc. Don’t apply the serum on any open wounds or rashes.

Is there a specific season or time of year when it's best to use Vitamin C Serum?

Irrespective of the season or the weather, you can use Vitamin C serum. If you are using it in summers, use it with an oil-free moisturizer and SPF. If used in winters, opt for a heavily moisturizing cream to keep your skin safe from dryness and winter rashes.

Can Vitamin C Serum be used with other active ingredients, such as retinol or AHAs?

If you have actives in your routine, it is better to use retinols or AHAs in the night and Vitamin C in the mornings. This way, you can get the best out of both the ingredients, without promoting any skin damages or breakouts.

Can Vitamin C Serum be used on sensitive or acne-prone skin?

Yes, Vitamin C Serum can be used on sensitive skin and acne prone skin as well. Just make sure to follow it up with moisturizer and sunscreen that suits your skin. Don’t apply this serum or any actives on active acnes or open acne scars.

So, what are you waiting for? Go shop for a smart Vitamin C Serum, like our High Impact Vitamin C Serum or our C-Shield Smart Serum which includes a revolutionary technology that protects the skin from blue light and start incorporating it into your skincare routine.

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